Andean foothills of western and central Bolivia (La Paz, Cochabamba, western Santa Cruz).
 
Rarity Status
Currently this species is not classified as a rarity in this country OR information has not been updated.
Population
Estimated population is 50,000 - 99,999 (2010) and decreasing.
Status LC
Habitat destruction and degradation through deforestation and human encroachment are the main threats.
For more information see BirdLife International Species Factsheet.
Voice
A harsh, accelerating and slightly rising rattle lasting 2-3 seconds.
(Syndactyla striata) [XC506075]
by Richard E. Webster from Serran\u00eda Sadiri, Madidi NP, La Paz, Bolivia (song)
Bolivian Recurvebill (Syndactyla striata) [XC146336]
by Jacob Wijpkema from Refugio Los Volcanes, Santa Cruz, Bolivia (song)
Subspecies
No subspecies.
Genus merged by some authors into a broad Philydor. Close relationship to Syndactyla suggested by vocalizations and general behaviour. May form a superspecies with Peruvian Recurvebill (Syndactyla ucayalae).