Ecuadorian Tapaculo (Scytalopus robbinsi) — Endangered Aves

Ecuadorian Tapaculo

Scytalopus robbinsi

Conservation Status

Endangered

Aves · Passeriformes · Rhinocryptidae

About

The Ecuadorian tapaculo or El Oro tapaculo is a small passerine bird belonging to the genus Scytalopus, a genus of tapaculos. It is restricted to a small area in south-western Ecuador and was not described until 1997.

Fun Fact

It is a small tapaculo, 11 centimetres long.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Restricted to a small area in south-western Ecuador and was not described until 1997.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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