Chimango Caracara
Daptrius chimango
Data DeficientAves · Falconiformes · Falconidae
About
The chimango caracara, also known as chimango or tiuque, is a species of bird of prey in the family Falconidae, the falcons and caracaras. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay, as a vagrant on the Falkland Islands and has been introduced on Rapa Nui.
Fun Fact
In elevation it is most common below 2,000 m (6,600 ft) but is regularly found up to 3,000 m (9,800 ft) and occasionally as high as 4,000 m (13,000 ft).
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in northern and central Chile and from central Argentina east through Paraguay, southern Brazil, and Uruguay to the Atlantic Ocean.
Diet
Scavenger
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance