Lemon-breasted Seedeater
NameLemon-breasted Seedeater
Common NameLemon-breasted Seedeater
Scientific NameSporophila hypoxantha
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)13
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)9
Plumage DetailsAdult males display a grey head and nape, black lores, and vibrant lemon-yellow underparts from the throat to the undertail coverts. The back and wings are olive-grey, often with two subtle white wing-bars, and the tail is dark. Females and non-breeding males are duller, generally olive-brown above and buffy-yellowish below.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of high-pitched, thin, buzzy notes, often incorporating trills or short whistles.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in central and southern Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, and northern Argentina. It is migratory in some parts of its range.
Identifying Featuressmall size, conical bill, grey head (male), lemon-yellow breast (male), streaked back, white wing-bars
Description
This small passerine bird is characterized by the male's distinctive grey head and bright lemon-yellow underparts, contrasting with an olive-grey back. It is typically found in open grasslands and savannas, where it forages primarily for seeds.
