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Variable Seedeater

Variable Seedeater

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The Variable Seedeater is a widespread and common species known for its highly variable male plumage, ranging from entirely black to black-and-white patterns.
Where to spot
Widespread across open and semi-open habitats throughout Central America (from Mexico) and northern South America, including gardens, pastures, and forest edges, generally below 1,500 meters.
How to spot
Observe the male's plumage pattern, which can vary greatly, to distinguish it. Look for its small size and seedeater bill. It often forages low in grasses or perches on low shrubs. Listen for its distinctive, buzzy song.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Males are highly vocal and conspicuous during the breeding season, making them easily noticeable.
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Sporophila corvina - Irene - 326930390.jpeg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Sporophila corvina 58506240.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Sporophila corvina hoffmanni. Variable seedeater (29550282808).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Sporophila corvina hoffmanni. Variable seedeater (42516353135).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Sporophila corvina hoffmanni. Variable seedeater (42704286434).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Sporophila corvina hoffmanni. Variable seedeater female (41535493120).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Sporophila corvina hoffmanni. Variable seedeater male (42440823185).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Variable Seedeater (Sporophila corvina) male (4505509192).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Variable Seedeater Sporophila corvina male - Flickr - gailhampshire.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The striking plumage variations among males, even within the same geographic area, can make identification challenging, hence its common name, reflecting its remarkable diversity.
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