
Diamantina Tapaculo
A species of Scytalopus tapaculos Scientific name : Scytalopus diamantinensis Genus : Scytalopus tapaculos
Diamantina Tapaculo, A species of Scytalopus tapaculos
Botanical name: Scytalopus diamantinensis
Genus: Scytalopus tapaculos
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Description

The Diamantina tapaculo (Scytalopus diamantinensis) is a species of bird in the family Rhinocryptidae. It was described as a new species in 2007, and is endemic to Chapada Diamantina in Bahia, Brazil. In the same region, another species, the Sincorá antwren, was described in 2007. The Diamantina tapaculo is closely related to the very similar Espinhaço tapaculo and Planalto tapaculo. The three differ mainly by their calls.

Size
11 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Diamantina Tapaculo's diet details are presently unknown, awaiting scientific research for insights into its feeding behaviors, dietary preferences, and potential unique adaptations.
Habitat
The habitat of diamantina Tapaculo consists of dense forest fragments within regions marked by campo rupestre vegetation. These areas are characterized by scrubby and rocky landscapes, where this bird species is found amidst varying densities of forest cover.
Dite type
Insectivorous


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Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tapaculos Genus
Scytalopus tapaculos Species
Diamantina Tapaculo