Highland Tinamou
NameHighland Tinamou
Common NameHighland Tinamou
Scientific NameNothocercus bonapartei
FamilyTinamidae
Wingspan (cm)45
Length (cm)39
Weight (g)850
Plumage DetailsOverall dark brown to rufous-brown plumage, finely barred or spotted with black on the back and flanks. The head and neck are typically grayish or olive-brown, often with a paler throat, and the belly can be lighter.
Vocalization / CallA distinctive, far-carrying, mournful whistle, often described as a series of low, hooting notes that ascend in pitch, such as 'hoo-hoo-hoo-HOO-HOO-HOO'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes mountains of South America, ranging from Colombia and Venezuela south through Ecuador and Peru.
Identifying FeaturesPlump, quail-like body with a short tail, Dark brown plumage with fine barring/spotting, Grayish head and neck, Distinctive mournful whistling call, Terrestrial and secretive behavior in dense forest undergrowth
Description
The Highland Tinamou is a medium-sized, ground-dwelling bird characterized by its plump body and short tail. It is a shy and elusive species, typically found foraging in the dense undergrowth of montane forests.
