Black-capped Tinamou

Crypturellus atrocapillus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Tinamiformes · Tinamidae

The black-capped tinamou is a type of tinamou commonly found in the moist forest lowlands in subtropical and tropical regions.

Fun Fact

All tinamou are from the family Tinamidae, and in the larger scheme are also ratites.

Habitat

Found in moist forest lowlands in subtropical and tropical regions up to 900 m (3,000 ft) altitude.

Diet

Eats fruit off the ground or low-lying bushes.

Lifespan

To be updated