Ibera Seedeater
Ibera Seedeater (<em>Sporophila iberaensis</em>) is a species of Tanagers &amp; Allies (<em>Thraupidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Ibera Seedeater (Sporophila iberaensis) is a species of Tanagers & Allies (Thraupidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Sporophila; binomial: Sporophila iberaensis; authority: Di Giacomo & Kopuchian, 2016.
Distribution
Breeding range: South America. Non-breeding range: to e Paraguay and sc Brazil.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Sp. nov.: Di Giacomo & Kopuchian, 2016. Recognition as specifically distinct supported by distinctive plumage and vocalizations, unique breeding habitat, and genomic data (Galluppi-Selich et al. 2018; Browne et al. 2021; Turbek et al. 2019; Turbek et al. 2021; SACC 953; HBW/BirdLife).
