Chestnut-bellied Seedeater
NameChestnut-bellied Seedeater
Common NameChestnut-bellied Seedeater
Scientific NameSporophila angolensis
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)13.5
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)13.5
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a dark grey head, back, and wings, with a contrasting rich chestnut-rufous throat, breast, belly, flanks, and undertail coverts. Females are much duller, generally olive-brown above and buffy-brown below.
Vocalization / CallThe song is a melodious series of clear, sweet whistles and trills, often varied and complex. Calls include sharp 'chip' notes.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across South America, found from Colombia and Venezuela south through the Amazon basin to Bolivia, Paraguay, and northern Argentina, and east into the Guianas and Brazil.
Identifying FeaturesMales have dark grey upperparts and rich chestnut underparts, Small, stocky build with a conical bill, Females are dull olive-brown and buffy
Description
The Chestnut-bellied Seedeater is a small, stocky passerine known for the striking plumage of the male, featuring dark grey upperparts contrasting with a rich chestnut belly. It typically inhabits open and semi-open areas, feeding primarily on seeds.
