The Slender-billed Miner is a terrestrial bird found in high-altitude grasslands, distinguished by its relatively long, slender bill. It often forages on the ground, probing for insects.
Where to spot
Inhabits high-altitude puna grasslands and open rocky slopes of the Andes, from central Peru south to Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina.
How to spot
Look for it walking and running on the ground in open areas, often in small groups. Its long bill and terrestrial habits are key identification features.
When to spot
Active year-round, primarily during daylight hours. Can be observed throughout the day in its open habitat.
Where to spot
Inhabits high-altitude puna grasslands and open rocky slopes of the Andes, from central Peru south to Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina.
How to spot
Look for it walking and running on the ground in open areas, often in small groups. Its long bill and terrestrial habits are key identification features.
When to spot
Active year-round, primarily during daylight hours. Can be observed throughout the day in its open habitat.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Its long bill is specialized for probing into loose soil and crevices to extract invertebrate prey in its high-Andean habitat.
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.