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White-throated Tapaculo
A species of Chucao and White-throated Tapaculos Scientific name : Scelorchilus albicollis Genus : Chucao and White-throated Tapaculos
White-throated Tapaculo, A species of Chucao and White-throated Tapaculos
Botanical name: Scelorchilus albicollis
Genus: Chucao and White-throated Tapaculos
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Description
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Description
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The white-throated tapaculo (Scelorchilus albicollis) is a species of bird in the family Rhinocryptidae. It is endemic to northern Chile. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland and subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland.
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Size
19 cm
Habitat
The habitat of white-throated Tapaculo is characterized by arid regions with a tendency towards steep slopes. In the northern part of its range, it is found among open and sparsely distributed shrubs. Conversely, in the southern range, white-throated Tapaculo resides in dense matorral and sclerophyllous shrubs, typically accompanied by cacti. It infrequently appears along coastal areas.
Dite type
Omnivorous
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Scientific Classification
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