Yellow-legged Tinamou
NameYellow-legged Tinamou
Common NameYellow-legged Tinamou
Scientific NameCrypturellus noctivagus
FamilyTinamidae
Wingspan (cm)42
Length (cm)29.5
Weight (g)350
Plumage DetailsThe head and neck are dusky grey, with a slightly paler throat. The upperparts, including the back and wings, are dark greyish-brown with fine, wavy black barring, becoming more rufous-brown and distinctly barred on the rump and tail coverts. The underparts are paler greyish, fading to whitish on the belly, with some barring on the flanks. The legs are a distinctive bright yellow.
Vocalization / CallThe vocalization is typically a series of mournful, whistling notes, often descending in pitch, or a soft, low hoot.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to southeastern Brazil, primarily found in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Identifying Featuresdusky grey head and neck, finely barred dark grey-brown upperparts, rufous-brown rump with barring, distinctive yellow legs, stocky, ground-dwelling appearance
Description
The Yellow-legged Tinamou is a medium-sized, ground-dwelling bird with a stocky body and a relatively small head. It is characterized by its dusky grey head and neck, transitioning to finely barred dark upperparts and a rufous rump. This shy species inhabits humid forests, where it forages on the forest floor.
