Short-billed Miner
NameShort-billed Miner
Common NameShort-billed Miner
Scientific NameGeositta antarctica
FamilyFurnariidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)15
Weight (g)25
Plumage DetailsOverall sandy-brown or buffy plumage, paler on the underparts with a slightly darker back and crown. Faint streaking may be visible on the breast. The bill is short and dark.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically include thin, high-pitched 'tseep' notes or a short, trilling call.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, coastal, desert
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in southern South America, primarily in Patagonia (Argentina and Chile), extending south to Tierra del Fuego.
Identifying Featuresshort, dark bill, sandy-brown plumage, terrestrial behavior, pale underparts, faint breast streaking
Description
The Short-billed Miner is a small, terrestrial bird characterized by its sandy-brown plumage and short, dark bill. It is typically found foraging on the ground in open, barren habitats, often running or hopping.
