Brown Tinamou

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Brown Tinamou (<em>Crypturellus obsoletus</em>) is a species of Tinamous (<em>Tinamidae</em>) in the order Tinamous.

Overview

Brown Tinamou (Crypturellus obsoletus) is a species of Tinamous (Tinamidae) in the order Tinamous. A small brown tinamou of lowland forests, secretive and more often heard than seen; feeds on fallen fruit and insects.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Crypturellus; binomial: Crypturellus obsoletus; authority: (Temminck, 1815). Typical size: 25-30cm. Average lifespan: 4-8 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: South America.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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