Sandy Gallito
A species of Sandy Gallito Scientific name : Teledromas fuscus Genus : Sandy Gallito
Sandy Gallito, A species of Sandy Gallito
Botanical name: Teledromas fuscus
Genus: Sandy Gallito
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Description General Info
Photo By Lars Petersson Description
The sandy gallito (Teledromas fuscus) is a species of bird in the family Rhinocryptidae. It is monotypic within the genus Teledromas. It is endemic to Argentina. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry shrubland.
Size
17 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Sandy Gallito's primary diet consists of arthropods. Utilizes a ground-feeding strategy, swiftly running between bushes for cover, and exhibits a distinctive behavior of scratching the ground with one foot to forage.
Habitat
The sandy Gallito is typically found in arid scrublands consisting primarily of sparse vegetation on sandy and gravelly terrains. It favors environments near dry riverbeds and ravines, where it often perches low in bushes for singing. These birds inhabit broader arid regions, thriving in environments that offer such xeric conditions.
Dite type
Carnivorous
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Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Lars Petersson Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tapaculos Genus
Sandy Gallito Species
Sandy Gallito