Morelet's Seedeater

Morelet's Seedeater

Sporophila morelleti

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Thraupidae

About

Morelet's seedeater is a passerine bird in the typical seedeater genus Sporophila.

Fun Fact

This species was formerly considered conspecific with the cinnamon-rumped seedeater (Sporophila torqueola), with the combined species known as white-collared seedeater.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in pastures, arable land, and heavily degraded former forests.

Diet

Eats mainly seeds and insects, and occasionally berries.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance