Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry forests.
The Thamnophilus zarumae is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.
* Chapman's Antshrike, Thamnophilus zarumae: Found in Ecuador and Peru. * Bar-crested Antshrike, Thamnophilus multistriatus: Found in Colombia and Venezuela. * Chestnut-backed Antshrike, Thamnophilus palliatus: Found in Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru. More