
Puna Miner
A species of South american miners Scientific name : Geositta punensis Genus : South american miners
Puna Miner, A species of South american miners
Botanical name: Geositta punensis
Genus: South american miners
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Description

The puna miner (Geositta punensis) is a species of bird in the family Furnariidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical high-altitude grassland.

Size
15 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Puna Miner forages primarily on arthropods and seeds, typically gleaned from the ground or low vegetation. Often seen feeding alone or in pairs, puna Miner has a distinct feeding behavior suited to its high-altitude habitat.
Habitat
Puna Miner predominantly inhabits vast, flat grasslands characteristic of the Altiplano and the barren puna regions. The species is often found in sandy terrain and is occasionally spotted on the bare slopes of brushy ravines typical of highland environments.
Dite type
Insectivorous


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Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Ovenbirds Genus
South american miners Species
Puna Miner