Gray-breasted Seedsnipe

Gray-breasted Seedsnipe

Thinocorus orbignyianus

Least Concern

Aves · Charadriiformes · Thinocoridae

About

The grey-breasted seedsnipe is a species of bird in the family Thinocoridae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru.

Fun Fact

The grey-breasted seedsnipe has two subspecies, the nominate Thinocorus orbigyianus orbigyianus (Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire & Lesson, 1831) and T.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits Puna grassland, mostly in areas with low matted vegetation or short grass near bogs.

Diet

Feeds on the buds and leaves of herbs and succulent plants.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance