Araucaria Tit-Spinetail
NameAraucaria Tit-Spinetail
Common NameAraucaria Tit-Spinetail
Scientific NameLeptasthenura setaria
FamilyFurnariidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsThis species has a streaked crown and face, a rufous-brown back and wings, and pale buffy-white underparts with fine streaking on the breast. Its most distinctive feature is a long, graduated, spiny tail.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include high-pitched, thin, trilling or chattering calls, often given while foraging.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Araucaria forests of southeastern Brazil (Paraná, Santa Catarina, Rio Grande do Sul) and northeastern Argentina (Misiones).
Identifying FeaturesLong spiny tail, Streaked head and breast, Rufous-brown back, Association with Araucaria trees
Description
The Araucaria Tit-Spinetail is a small, long-tailed bird endemic to the Araucaria forests of southeastern South America. It is an active forager, typically found high in the canopy of Paraná Pine trees, where it gleans insects from foliage and bark.
