Rusty-tinged Antpitta
A species of Typical Antpittas Scientific name : Grallaria przewalskii Genus : Typical Antpittas
Rusty-tinged Antpitta, A species of Typical Antpittas
Botanical name: Grallaria przewalskii
Genus: Typical Antpittas
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Description
The rusty-tinged antpitta (Grallaria przewalskii) is a species of bird in the family Grallariidae. It is endemic to Peru. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forest and heavily degraded former forest.
Size
17 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Habitat
The habitat of rusty-tinged Antpitta is characterized by dense understories within more intact forests, often dominated by Chusquea species bamboo. These birds are generally found in forest environments, which can include varying degrees of human alteration, albeit they show a preference for lesser-disturbed areas in the broader geographical region of eastern Peru.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Antpittas Genus
Typical Antpittas Species
Rusty-tinged Antpitta