Blackish Cinclodes
NameBlackish Cinclodes
Common NameBlackish Cinclodes
Scientific NameCinclodes antarcticus
FamilyFurnariidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)20.5
Weight (g)50
Plumage DetailsThe Blackish Cinclodes has a uniform dark sooty-brown plumage over its entire body, appearing slightly paler on the underparts. It lacks any prominent wing bars, supercilium, or other distinctive markings, with a dark bill and legs.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a series of sharp, chattering notes, often given in flight or while actively foraging. It may also produce a high-pitched 'tseep' call.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatscoastal, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Falkland Islands (Malvinas) and islands off the southern tip of South America, including Tierra del Fuego and other islands of Chile and Argentina.
Identifying FeaturesUniformly dark sooty-brown plumage, Relatively short tail, Slender, dark bill, Forages actively along shorelines, Lack of prominent markings
Description
This medium-sized passerine is characterized by its uniformly dark sooty-brown plumage and active foraging behavior along shorelines. It probes for invertebrates among rocks and kelp, often appearing quite tame.
