Dark-winged Miner

Dark-winged Miner

Geositta saxicolina

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Furnariidae

About

The dark-winged miner is a species of bird in the subfamily Sclerurinae, the leaftossers and miners, of the ovenbird family Furnariidae. It is endemic to Peru.

Fun Fact

The dark-winged miner is a medium size member of its genus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found only in the Andes of central Peru, between the departments of Pasco and Huancavelica.

Diet

Eat other arthropods and seeds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance