Grey Tinamou

Overview

Grey Tinamou (Tinamus tao) is a species of Tinamous (Tinamidae) in the order Tinamous. A shy forest bird of South America with a rounded body and short wings; can fly weakly but prefers running; lays glossy eggs; feeds on fruits and seeds; males incubate eggs from several females.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Tinamus; binomial: Tinamus tao; authority: Temminck, 1815. Typical size: 40-50cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 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.