Dark-throated Seedeater
VU

Dark-throated Seedeater

Sporophila ruficollis

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Photo: iNaturalist: (c) dannyzelener, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by dannyzelener

Overview

The dark-throated seedeater is a bird species in the family Thraupidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

The Dark-throated Seedeater faces significant pressure from widespread habitat loss and degradation across its South American range, primarily due to agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in grassland and wetland areas. The species' specialized diet and habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to landscape modifications, while its popularity in the illegal bird trade adds additional pressure on wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inhabits open grasslands, marshy areas, and wetland edges with tall grasses and sedges, typically in lowland regions. The species shows preference for seasonally flooded grasslands and areas near water bodies where seed-producing grasses are abundant.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dark-throated Seedeater classified as Vulnerable?
Dark-throated Seedeater is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. The Dark-throated Seedeater faces significant pressure from widespread habitat loss and degradation across its South American range, primarily due to agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in grassland and wetland areas. The species' specialized diet and habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to landscape modifications, while its popularity in the illegal bird trade adds additional pressure on wild populations.
Where does Dark-throated Seedeater live?
Dark-throated Seedeater occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Dark-throated Seedeater?
The main threats to Dark-throated Seedeater are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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