The Páramo Seedeater is a distinct species of the high Andes, characterized by its uniform dark rufous plumage and preference for humid paramo habitats.
Where to spot
Humid paramo grasslands and dwarf scrub in the high Andes, from Venezuela south through Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, typically above 2,800 meters.
How to spot
Look for its uniform dark rufous-brown plumage. It often forages low in vegetation, often staying hidden. Listening for its calls in the often misty paramo can be helpful for detection.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during morning hours when birds are most active and vocal.
Where to spot
Humid paramo grasslands and dwarf scrub in the high Andes, from Venezuela south through Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, typically above 2,800 meters.
How to spot
Look for its uniform dark rufous-brown plumage. It often forages low in vegetation, often staying hidden. Listening for its calls in the often misty paramo can be helpful for detection.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during morning hours when birds are most active and vocal.
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This species is well-adapted to the cold, wet, and often foggy conditions of the paramo ecosystem, where it finds shelter and food in dense vegetation, reflecting its specialized niche.
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