The Furnarius cinnamomeus (scientific name) or the pacific hornero is generally found in wooded habitats near water, in the west part of South America. Not more than 7.5 inches in height, this bird is brown in colour with pale legs and a long thin sharp beak. Their diet is comprised of arthropods, and at times invertebrates and also seeds. While their breeding behaviour is not known, the average clutch has 2-4 eggs. Incubation period is not precisely known, but is assumed to be anywhere between 14-18 days. Their name is derived from the Spanish word ‘Horno’, which means ‘oven’. This is because the Pacific hornero is known to build mud nests, which resemble clay ovens. Its IUCN listing is the LEAST CONCERN.A
Pacific Hornero
