Long-tailed Cinclodes
NameLong-tailed Cinclodes
Common NameLong-tailed Cinclodes
Scientific NameCinclodes pabsti
FamilyFurnariidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)45
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are dull brown, contrasting with a prominent whitish supercilium and a dark eyestripe. The throat is white, leading to a brownish breast and paler, buffy-white underparts. Wings show a rufous or buffy band, and the tail is dark brown.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of sharp, chattering, or trilling notes, often delivered while in flight or from a low perch.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to southern Brazil, primarily found in the states of Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina.
Identifying FeaturesProminent white supercilium, Dark eyestripe, Brown upperparts with paler underparts, Relatively long tail, Terrestrial foraging behavior
Description
The Long-tailed Cinclodes is a medium-sized, terrestrial ovenbird characterized by its brown plumage and distinctive facial markings. It typically forages on the ground, often near water, searching for invertebrates.
