Diamantina Tapaculo

Scytalopus diamantinensis

Endangered

Aves · Passeriformes · Rhinocryptidae

About

The Diamantina tapaculo is a species of bird in the family Rhinocryptidae. It is endemic to northeastern Brazil.

Fun Fact

Its call is unique, described as "a single 'tcheep' note".

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits some of the remaining patches of dense forest in a region otherwise characterized by campo rupestre, a biome of grassland and rocky outcrops.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Loss
Poaching and Hunting
Human-Wildlife Conflict
Disease