Rufous Hornero
NameRufous Hornero
Common NameRufous Hornero
Scientific NameFurnarius rufus
FamilyFurnariidae
Wingspan (cm)32.5
Length (cm)20.5
Weight (g)48
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly rufous-brown on the upperparts, wings, and tail, with a slightly darker crown. The underparts are paler, a buffy-white or pale cinnamon, with a distinct whitish throat. It has a pale supercilium and reddish-brown eyes.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a loud, rapid, and accelerating series of 'kree-kree-kree' or 'kik-kik-kik' notes, often given in a duet by a pair, rising in pitch towards the end.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, urban, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across eastern and central South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Argentina.
Identifying Featuresrufous-brown plumage, pale underparts, reddish eye, stout, straight bill, terrestrial foraging behavior, distinctive mud nest (though not visible in image)
Description
The Rufous Hornero is a medium-sized, terrestrial ovenbird characterized by its uniform rufous-brown plumage. It is well-known for constructing large, oven-shaped mud nests, often found in open areas.
