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South American Painted-snipe

South American Painted-snipe

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The South American Painted-snipe is a secretive wetland bird found across parts of South America. It also exhibits reversed sexual dimorphism, with the female being more boldly marked.
Where to spot
Inhabits freshwater wetlands, marshes, and swampy areas with dense vegetation across various parts of South America.
How to spot
Extremely shy and well-camouflaged. Look in dense emergent vegetation at the edges of wetlands and marshes. Listen for soft, booming calls. Patience is key, as they are often hidden.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its resident range. Most active at dawn, dusk, or during the night. Very secretive during daylight hours.
File:Nycticryphes semicollaris - American-painted snipe.jpg
File:Nycticryphes semicollaris 1831.jpg
File:Nycticryphes semicollaris - American-painted snipe.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Nycticryphes semicollaris 1831.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Like other painted-snipes, the male South American Painted-snipe undertakes all incubation duties and chick rearing, allowing the more brightly colored female to lay multiple clutches.
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