Puna Tapaculo
A species of Scytalopus tapaculos Scientific name : Scytalopus simonsi Genus : Scytalopus tapaculos
Puna Tapaculo, A species of Scytalopus tapaculos
Botanical name: Scytalopus simonsi
Genus: Scytalopus tapaculos
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Description
The puna tapaculo (Scytalopus simonsi) is a species of bird in the family Rhinocryptidae. It is found in the eastern Puna grassland of Bolivia and Peru. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forest and subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland. It was named for American scientific collector Perry O. Simons. 
Size
10 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Habitat
The puna Tapaculo is typically found in environments characterized by elfin forest at treeline and areas with stunted trees and shrubs in tussock grass. Its habitat also extends to Polylepis woodlands, associating with the unique vegetation types that delineate the transition zone between the forest and the higher, treeless terrains.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tapaculos Genus
Scytalopus tapaculos Species
Puna Tapaculo 
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