Mouse-colored Tapaculo
Scytalopus speluncae
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Rhinocryptidae
About
The mouse-coloured tapaculo or Serra do Mar tapaculo is a species of bird in the family Rhinocryptidae. It is endemic to humid highland forests in southeastern Brazil, where it ranges from southwestern Espírito Santo to northeastern Rio Grande do Sul. Most of its range is in the Serra do Mar, but it also occurs further inland in Paraná and Santa Catarina. Until 2005, the Planalto tapaculo was included in the mouse-coloured tapaculo.
Fun Fact
Until 2005, the Planalto tapaculo was included in the mouse-coloured tapaculo.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Endemic to humid highland forests in southeastern Brazil, where it ranges from southwestern Espírito Santo to northeastern Rio Grande do Sul.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance