Buff-throated Purpletuft
Iodopleura pipra
EndangeredAves · Passeriformes · Cotingidae
About
The buff-throated purpletuft is a small Endangered species of bird in the family Tityridae, the tityras, becards, and allies. It is endemic to Brazil.
Fun Fact
The buff-throated purpletuft was originally described in 1831 as Pardalotus pipra, mistakenly placing it in the pardalote family of Australia.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Feeds on other fruits and on insects.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Loss
- Poaching and Hunting
- Human-Wildlife Conflict
- Disease