
Band-tailed Earthcreeper
A species of Eremobius Scientific name : Ochetorhynchus phoenicurus Genus : Eremobius
Band-tailed Earthcreeper, A species of Eremobius
Botanical name: Ochetorhynchus phoenicurus
Genus: Eremobius
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Description

The band-tailed earthcreeper (Ochetorhynchus phoenicurus) is a species of bird in the family Furnariidae. It has traditionally been placed in the monotypic genus Eremobius, but recent evidence suggests it should be moved to Ochetorhynchus. It is found in Patagonia. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland and temperate grassland.

Size
17 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Dite type
Insectivorous


General Info

Feeding Habits
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Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Ovenbirds Genus
Eremobius Species
Band-tailed Earthcreeper