Dinelli's Doradito
A species of Doraditos Scientific name : Pseudocolopteryx dinelliana Genus : Doraditos
Dinelli's Doradito, A species of Doraditos
Botanical name: Pseudocolopteryx dinelliana
Genus: Doraditos
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Description
Description
Dinelli's doradito (Pseudocolopteryx dinelliana) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland, and swamps. It is threatened by habitat loss. The common name and Latin binomial commemorate the Argentinian biologist Luis Dinelli.
Size
11 cm
Feeding Habits
Dinelli's Doradito's diet includes insects and spiders, gleaned while perching within marsh vegetation. It has specialized foraging behavior, hunting deeply within the marshes.
Habitat
The dinelli's Doradito is typically found in reedbeds and grassy marshes with nearby shrubby areas. These birds inhabit wetland ecosystems, which are characterized by their lush, water-associated plant life, providing essential cover and feeding opportunities. Their habitat, primarily found within broader temperate zones, supports a biodiversity-rich environment conducive to their lifestyle.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Genus
Doraditos Species
Dinelli's Doradito