Rusty-belted Tapaculo

The Rusty-belted Tapaculo is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

Physical characteristics: The rusty-belted tapaculo is one of the larger tapaculos. They are about 7.5 inches (19 centimeters) long and weigh about 1.5 ounces (42 grams). Rusty-belted tapaculos live on the forest floor. Their dark gray-brown back helps them blend in well with their environment. Their throat and breast are white, with a rusty reddish breast band that gives them their name. They have a black, white, and rusty pattern on their undersides. More

The Rusty-belted Tapaculo (Liosceles thoracicus) is a species of bird in the Rhinocryptidae family. It is monotypic within the genus Liosceles. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. References - * BirdLife International 2004. Liosceles thoracicus. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 26 July 2007. More