Hudson's Canastero
NameHudson's Canastero
Common NameHudson's Canastero
Scientific NameAsthenes hudsoni
FamilyFurnariidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)17
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are streaky brown with darker centers to feathers, contrasting with a pale supercilium. Underparts are buffy-white, often with a rufous wash on the flanks. A distinctive rufous patch is present on the bend of the wing. The long, graduated tail is rufous-brown.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, thin 'tseep' or 'tsee-tsee-tsee' notes, which can sometimes accelerate into a trill. It also gives sharp alarm calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds in the grasslands of central and eastern Argentina and Uruguay, migrating north to southern Brazil and Paraguay during the austral winter.
Identifying FeaturesStreaky brown upperparts, Long, graduated rufous-brown tail, Rufous patch on bend of wing, Pale supercilium, Grassland habitat
Description
A small, streaky brown ovenbird found in grasslands of southeastern South America. It typically forages on the ground or in low vegetation, often flicking its long, graduated tail. Its subtle plumage and secretive nature can make it challenging to observe.
