White-bellied Nothura

All Tinamou are from the family Tinamidae, and in the larger scheme are also Ratites. Unlike other Ratites, Tinamous can fly, although in general, they are not strong fliers. All ratites evolved from prehistoric flying birds, and Tinamous are the closest living relative of these birds.

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

* Nothura boraquira, White-bellied Nothura, located in northeastern and central Brazil, eastern Bolivia, and northeastern Paraguay * Nothura minor, Lesser Nothura, located in the interior of southeastern Brazil * Nothura darwinii, Darwin's Nothura, located in southern Peru, western Bolivia, and southern and western Argentina * Nothura darwinii darwinii located in south central Argentina More

The White-bellied Nothura, Nothura boraquira, is a type of Tinamou commonly found in lowland dry shrubland habitats in southeastern South America. Contents - * 1 Taxonomy * 1. More

White-bellied Nothura The White-bellied Nothura Nothura boraquira is a type of Tinamou commonly found in lowland dry shrubland habitats in subtropical and tropical region up to 500m altitude. This species is native to north-east and central Brazil, eastern Bolivia and Paraguay in South America. See more at Wikipedia.org... More

White-bellied Nothura and forest patches in the park with Chestnut-tailed Antbird, Green-cheeked Parakeet, Gold-and-green and Paradise Tanagers. River Warbler, Pectoral Sparrow and Black Phoebe could be seen along the river. On the second day we moved camp to a second 'caverna' accessed by walking upstream and often through the river. Above this second caverna roosted Military Macaws which could be heard in the evening. Nearby is a cave with 'Guacharos', the local name for Oilbirds. More

The White-bellied Nothura is confined to the Chaco, and is most numerous in the Central Chaco lagoons area, where it is commonly seen on roads and in agricultural areas. Though it may look relatively nondescript, it is the owner of a pair of diagnostic bright yellow legs! Its scientific name boraquira comes from a local Brazilian name meaning "hole tinamou" in reference to its habit of taking of refuge in armadillo holes when pursued. More

The White-bellied Nothura Nothura boraquira is a type of Tinamou commonly found in lowland dry shrubland habitats in subtropical and tropical regions up to 500m altitude. This species is native to the caatinga of north-east Brazil, also central-east Brazil, eastern Bolivia and Paraguay in South America. Characteristics The White-bellied Nothura is approximately 27 cm (10 in) in length. Its upperparts are light brown barred black and streaked whitish. More