Hypocnemis is a genus of passerine birds in the family Thamnophilidae. They are resident breeders in tropical Central and South America. The species are geographically separated, often by natural barriers—major Amazonian rivers serve as significant geographic boundaries. Hypocnemis are characterized by their distinctive vocalizations and specialised foraging behaviors. They typically inhabit the forest understory, where they feed mainly on insects and other arthropods.

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