Brown Tinamou

Crypturellus obsoletus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Tinamiformes · Tinamidae

The brown tinamou is a brownish ground bird found in humid lowland and montane forest in tropical and subtropical South America.

Fun Fact

The subspecies griseiventris is unique in having pale buff-grey underparts.

Habitat

Live in tropical and sub-tropical moist lowland and montane forests, preferring elevations between 1,300 to 2,900 m (4,300–9,500 ft).

Diet

Feeds on fruits, insects, and seeds.

Lifespan

To be updated