Rufous-capped Nunlet
A species of Nunlets Scientific name : Nonnula ruficapilla Genus : Nunlets
Rufous-capped Nunlet, A species of Nunlets
Botanical name: Nonnula ruficapilla
Genus: Nunlets
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Description
The rufous-capped nunlet (Nonnula ruficapilla) is a species of puffbird in the family Bucconidae. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.
Size
14 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Feeding Habits
Rufous-capped Nunlet primarily consumes insects. It exhibits specific foraging behaviors to hunt its prey. Unique dietary adaptations allow rufous-capped Nunlet to specialize in this food source. Refer to 'FeedingHabits_Wikipedia' for detailed insight.
Habitat
Rufous-capped Nunlet favors the subcanopy and undergrowth of humid forests, particularly near streams and flooded igapó regions. Broadly located in tropical zones, these birds are associated with bamboo thickets by river edges, vine-rich secondary growths, and Tessaria-dominated early successional floodplain forests. They are also prevalent in hilly areas along streambeds.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Photo By Lars Petersson