Hudson's Canastero is a distinctive ovenbird with a rufous crown and pale supercilium, found in the temperate grasslands of southern South America. It is often quite terrestrial.
Where to spot
Temperate grasslands, open pampas, and shrub-steppes in Argentina and Uruguay. Prefers areas with tall grass tussocks.
How to spot
Look for it running quickly through tall grass or perched on a low tussock. Its rufous crown is a key identifier. Listen for its distinctive, often rapid calls, given during territorial displays.
When to spot
Year-round resident, though some populations may undertake local movements. Most active during daylight hours, particularly during breeding season.
Where to spot
Temperate grasslands, open pampas, and shrub-steppes in Argentina and Uruguay. Prefers areas with tall grass tussocks.
How to spot
Look for it running quickly through tall grass or perched on a low tussock. Its rufous crown is a key identifier. Listen for its distinctive, often rapid calls, given during territorial displays.
When to spot
Year-round resident, though some populations may undertake local movements. Most active during daylight hours, particularly during breeding season.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is named after William Henry Hudson, a famous English author and naturalist known for his writings on South American birds and landscapes.
We use cookies to improve your experience on our website. Essential cookies are necessary for basic functionality, while analytical cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it.
Cookie Preferences
Customize your privacy settings
Choose which cookies you want to allow. Necessary cookies are always enabled for the basic functionality of the website. You can always change your preferences later via the cookie settings in the footer.
Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our website, so we can improve it.