Brazilian Tinamou
NameBrazilian Tinamou
Common NameBrazilian Tinamou
Scientific NameCrypturellus strigulosus
FamilyTinamidae
Wingspan (cm)45
Length (cm)30
Weight (g)350
Plumage DetailsDark brown crown, reddish-brown on the sides of the head, neck, and upper breast. The back and wings are mottled or streaked brown, while the belly is paler, grayish-brown.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of a series of soft, mournful, and often descending whistles, typically heard from within dense forest undergrowth.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the lowlands of central and eastern Amazonian Brazil, south of the Amazon River, extending into adjacent parts of Bolivia and Peru.
Identifying FeaturesPlump, chicken-like body, Cryptic brown plumage with reddish-brown neck, Short, stout bill, Strong legs for ground dwelling
Description
The Brazilian Tinamou is a medium-sized, ground-dwelling bird characterized by its plump body and cryptic brown plumage. It is typically found foraging on the forest floor, where its coloration provides excellent camouflage.
