Olrog's Cinclodes is a rare and localized Furnariid of coastal Argentina, named after ornithologist Claes C. Olrog. It inhabits rocky shores and adjacent coastal grasslands.
Where to spot
Endemic to a narrow coastal strip of central Argentina, specifically rocky beaches and headlands.
How to spot
Focus observations on rocky coastal areas. Its preference for specific coastal habitats is a strong indicator. Look for its foraging along the water's edge and listen for its calls.
When to spot
Active year-round. Best observed during low tide when foraging opportunities are greatest.
Where to spot
Endemic to a narrow coastal strip of central Argentina, specifically rocky beaches and headlands.
How to spot
Focus observations on rocky coastal areas. Its preference for specific coastal habitats is a strong indicator. Look for its foraging along the water's edge and listen for its calls.
When to spot
Active year-round. Best observed during low tide when foraging opportunities are greatest.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This cinclodes is highly specialized for coastal life, foraging among kelp and intertidal zones for marine invertebrates, a unique niche among its family.
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