Birds of Peru - Lessonia


Andean Negrito (Lessonia oreas) Salinas, Arequipa, Peru
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Andean Negrito (Lessonia oreas) Female Argentina
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Very similar to Austral Negrito, but usually found at higher altitudes (usually 2500 and up). The female is darker than the Austral Negrito. Differences in size and the male's back color can't be reliably seen in the field.

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