Brazilian Tinamou

Brazilian Tinamou

Crypturellus strigulosus

Least Concern

Aves · Tinamiformes · Tinamidae

About

The Brazilian tinamou is a type of tinamou found in tropical moist lowland forest in regions of Amazonian South America.

Fun Fact

Crypturellus is formed from three Latin or Greek words.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in tropical or sub-tropical lowland moist forest up to 500 m (1,600 ft).

Diet

Eats fruit off the ground or low-lying bushes.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance