Tawny-bellied Seedeater
NameTawny-bellied Seedeater
Common NameTawny-bellied Seedeater
Scientific NameSporophila hypoxantha
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)13
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)8
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a slate-grey head, nape, and upperparts, contrasting sharply with a bright tawny-orange throat, breast, and belly. They also show a small white speculum on the wing. Females are duller, olive-brown above and buffy below.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a high-pitched, rapid, and often trilling song, sometimes described as chattering.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in South America, specifically southern Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, northeastern Argentina, and eastern Bolivia.
Identifying FeaturesMale's tawny-orange underparts, Male's slate-grey head and back, Small size, Conical bill, White wing patch (male)
Description
This small seedeater is characterized by the male's striking slate-grey upperparts and vibrant tawny-orange underparts. It typically forages for seeds in open grasslands and marshy habitats, often perching on tall grass stems.
