
Pale-bellied Tapaculo
A species of Scytalopus tapaculos Scientific name : Scytalopus griseicollis Genus : Scytalopus tapaculos
Pale-bellied Tapaculo, A species of Scytalopus tapaculos
Botanical name: Scytalopus griseicollis
Genus: Scytalopus tapaculos
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Description

The pale-bellied tapaculo (Scytalopus griseicollis), also known as the matorral tapaculo or rufous-bellied tapaculo, is a species of bird in the family Rhinocryptidae. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, and Venezuela. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Size
10 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Pale-bellied Tapaculo primarily consumes insects, engaging in foraging techniques typical of its species. Distinct dietary adaptations or preferences are not well-documented, aligning with general insectivorous patterns.
Habitat
Pale-bellied Tapaculo typically resides in low humid and semi-humid areas with a preference for elfin and páramo forests. It can also be found in montane and oak forests, adapting well to heavily disturbed and fragmented habitats. Pale-bellied Tapaculo often favors habitats with dense Chusquea bamboo growth, commonly found in humid treeline forests.
Dite type
Insectivorous


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Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tapaculos Genus
Scytalopus tapaculos Species
Pale-bellied Tapaculo