Oustalet's Cinclodes

Cinclodes oustaleti

Oustalet's Cinclodes is a small, terrestrial bird found in the Andes of South America. It has a distinctive plumage with a mottled brown and white pattern, providing camouflage in its rocky habitat. This species is known for its unique behavior of bobbing and wagging its tail while foraging for insects and invertebrates among the rocks and streams. Oustalet's Cinclodes is well adapted to its mountainous environment and is often found at high elevations, where it builds its nest in crevices or among boulders. Despite its specialized habitat requirements, this species is relatively common within its range.

Habitat: Rocky mountain streams and slopes