Elegant Crested-Tinamou
NameElegant Crested-Tinamou
Common NameElegant Crested-Tinamou
Scientific NameEudromia elegans
FamilyTinamidae
Wingspan (cm)50
Length (cm)39
Weight (g)600
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is a complex pattern of mottled brown, buff, and grey on the upperparts, with intricate black and white barring and spotting, particularly on the flanks and wings. The underparts are paler, often buffy-white. The head features a distinctive black-and-white striped pattern and a prominent, elegant black crest that curves forward.
Vocalization / CallKnown for a distinctive, mournful, flute-like whistle, often repeated, which can carry over long distances.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangePrimarily found in central and southern Argentina, with some populations extending into parts of Chile.
Identifying FeaturesProminent forward-curving black crest, Intricate speckled and barred plumage, Black-and-white striped face pattern, Ground-dwelling behavior
Description
The Elegant Crested-Tinamou is a medium-sized, ground-dwelling bird characterized by its distinctive forward-curving crest. Its intricately patterned plumage provides excellent camouflage, allowing it to blend seamlessly into its dry, grassy habitats where it forages for seeds and insects.
