Tit-like Dacnis
A species of Tit-like Dacnis Scientific name : Xenodacnis parina Genus : Tit-like Dacnis
Tit-like Dacnis, A species of Tit-like Dacnis
Botanical name: Xenodacnis parina
Genus: Tit-like Dacnis
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Description
The tit-like dacnis (Xenodacnis parina) is a small neotropical passerine bird found in southern Ecuador and Peru. In Spanish, it is known as Azulito Altoandino. It is found in Andean montane scrub forests from 3000 m to 4600 m elevation. Adults reach 12.5 cm in length. Males are solid deep blue with dark eyes, bill, and feet. Females of all subspecies are duller, with rufous-brown underparts. 
Size
11 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Habitat
The tit-like Dacnis typically inhabits areas just above the treeline, within stunted woodlands, often frequenting Polylepis groves intermixed with Gynoxys shrubs. The presence and abundance of the Gynoxys plant appear to play a significant role in the territory selection for these birds, with dense Gynoxys areas correlating with higher tit-like Dacnis population densities. The species mainly resides within the broader Andean region's high-altitude environments.
Dite type
Granivorous
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Feeding Habits
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Scientific Classification
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Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tanagers Genus
Tit-like Dacnis Species
Tit-like Dacnis 
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