Chestnut Seedeater
Sporophila cinnamomea
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAves (Birds)
- OrderPasseriformes (Perching Birds)
- FamilyThraupidae (Tanagers and Allies)
- GenusSporophila (Typical Seedeaters and Seed-Finches)
- SpeciesSporophila cinnamomea (Chestnut Seedeater)
About the Chestnut Seedeater
The chestnut seedeater (Sporophila cinnamomea) is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay (where it can still be seen at the Quebrada de los Cuervos). Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical seasonally wet or flooded lowland grassland.
It is threatened by habitat loss. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Chestnut Seedeater in Iberá National Park
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Sporophila iberaensis
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Sporophila hypoxantha
Marsh Seedeater
Sporophila palustris
Rufous-rumped Seedeater
Sporophila hypochroma
Dark-throated Seedeater
Sporophila ruficollis
Lined Seedeater
Sporophila lineola
Pearly-bellied Seedeater
Sporophila pileata
White-bellied Seedeater
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iberá National Park | 🇦🇷 Argentina | |
| 2 | El Palmar National Park | 🇦🇷 Argentina | |
| 3 | Emas National Park | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Chestnut Seedeater in Iberá National Park?
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Chestnut Seedeater sighting in Iberá National Park, based on 90 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Chestnut Seedeater in Iberá National Park?
December has the highest sighting rate for Chestnut Seedeater in Iberá National Park in our monthly data.