Tinamidae (Tinamous)
Order Tinamiformes
47 species in 9 genera

Size: Between 15 cm (Dwarf Tinamou, Taoniscus nanus) and 49 cm (Gray Tinamou, Tinamus tao).

Distribution: Neotropical Region. Strictly sedentary.

Habitat: Forestal areas. Sometimes clearings or open areas, always close to the forest.

Feeding: Seeds, fruits and insects.

Breeding: The nest is a depression on the ground with a little vegetal material. 1-12 eggs. Incubation 19-20 days.

Threat status: 5 threatened species (Vulnerable) [+info]
2 / 47 species available
Little Tinamou
Crypturellus soui
Tataupa Tinamou
Crypturellus tataupa