White-capped Dipper
A species of Dippers Scientific name : Cinclus leucocephalus Genus : Dippers
White-capped Dipper, A species of Dippers
Botanical name: Cinclus leucocephalus
Genus: Dippers
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Description
The white-capped dipper is 15–16.5 cm (5.9–6.5 in) in length and weighs 38–59 g (1.3–2.1 oz). The sexes are similar in appearance, but the male is slightly larger than the female. The nominate subspecies has a white nape and crown with fine dark brown streaks. The remaining upperparts are dark brown. The throat is white; the remaining underparts are dark brown. The bill is black and the legs are dark grey. Subspecies rivularis is paler than the nominate and has fine grey spots on the throat. Subspecies leuconotus has a white belly and a large white patch on the upper back. 
Size
17 cm
Nest Placement
Cliff
Habitat
White-capped Dipper typically inhabits environments along fast-flowing, rocky mountain streams and rivers with clear waters. These streams often have adjacent rocky outcroppings or cliffs and are found within forested regions, although the surrounding vegetation can become sparser at higher locations. The habitat spans broad geographic regions across various mountain ranges in South America, often in areas characterized by a mix of lush forest and rugged terrain, corresponding to the natural distribution of the species.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Dippers Genus
Dippers Species
White-capped Dipper 
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