About the Perija Tapaculo
The Perijá tapaculo is a species of passerine bird in the family Rhinocryptidae (tapaculos). Endemic to the Serranía del Perijá mountain range on the Colombia–Venezuela border, the Perijá tapaculo is found at altitudes of 1,600–3,225 metres. Its body is 10 to 12 centimetres long and its tail is about 4 cm (1.6 in) long. Specimens have long been stored in museums, but the species was described only in 2015 based on sixteen specimens found between July 2008 and February 2009. It is considered vulnerable to extinction.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tapaculos (Rhinocryptidae) |
| Species | Scytalopus perijanus |
| Species Codes | pertap1, PETA |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Perija Tapaculo belong to?
The Perija Tapaculo (Scytalopus perijanus) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Perija Tapaculo?
The Perija Tapaculo is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Perija Tapaculo?
The Perijá tapaculo is a species of passerine bird in the family Rhinocryptidae (tapaculos). Endemic to the Serranía del Perijá mountain range on the Colombia–Venezuela border, the Perijá tapaculo is found at altitudes of 1,600–3,225 metres. Its body is 10 to 12 centimetres long and its tail is abou...
Where can I report a Perija Tapaculo sighting?
You can log sightings of Perija Tapaculo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pertap1, or on iNaturalist.
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