
White-throated Seedeater
A species of Typical Seedeaters and Seed Finches Scientific name : Sporophila albogularis Genus : Typical Seedeaters and Seed Finches
White-throated Seedeater, A species of Typical Seedeaters and Seed Finches
Botanical name: Sporophila albogularis
Genus: Typical Seedeaters and Seed Finches
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Description

The white-throated seedeater (Sporophila albogularis) is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is endemic to northeastern Brazil. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, and heavily degraded former forest.

Size
11 cm
Nest Placement
Shrub
Feeding Habits
White-throated Seedeater consumes mainly grass seeds, typically foraging on the ground and occasionally perching on grass stems to feed. White-throated Seedeater forages in small groups when not breeding.
Habitat
The white-throated Seedeater is typically found in semi-arid scrublands and dry woodland fringes, favoring areas that are in close proximity to more humid locations. This bird species predominantly inhabits regions characterized by Caatinga vegetation, which consist of thorny shrubs and trees adapted to dry conditions.
Dite type
Granivorous


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