Patagonian Tinamou
A species of Three-toed Tinamous Scientific name : Tinamotis ingoufi Genus : Three-toed Tinamous
Patagonian Tinamou, A species of Three-toed Tinamous
Botanical name: Tinamotis ingoufi
Genus: Three-toed Tinamous
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Photo By Lars Petersson
Description
The Patagonian tinamou is approximately 35 cm (14 in) in length. Its upper parts are grey spotted with black, its throat is white, its breast is rufous and its belly is cinnamon.
Size
38 cm
Habitat
The patagonian Tinamou predominantly resides in the temperate grasslands of the southern cone of South America that are interspersed with shrubs set on sandy or pebbly terrain, as well as on tussock grasses ruggedly grazed by livestock. Habitually avoiding open plains vulnerable to strong winds, the patagonian Tinamou favors sheltered valleys with patches of dense low brush and open areas featuring scattered bushes. Elevational range for this species spans from 200 to 800 meters above sea level.
Dite type
Omnivorous
General Info
Behavior
Like other tinamous, the ornate tinamou eats fruit off the ground or low-lying bushes. They also eat small amounts of invertebrates, flower buds, tender leaves, seeds, and roots. The male incubates the eggs which may come from as many as 4 different females, and then will raise them until they are ready to be on their own, usually 2–3 weeks. The nest is located on the ground in dense brush or between raised root buttresses.
Species Status
The IUCN list this species as Least Concern, with an occurrence range of 400,000 km (150,000 sq mi).
Photo By Lars Petersson
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Tinamous Family
Tinamous Genus
Three-toed Tinamous Species
Patagonian Tinamou