The Pampa Finch (Embernagra platensis) is a medium-sized songbird inhabiting the open grasslands and subtropical scrublands of the Southern Cone, including Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, southern Brazil, and Bolivia. Its plumage is predominantly olive-brown on the back, often with faint streaks, while the head and throat display a muted gray or grayish-olive tone that can subtly contrast with a darker face. The species has a strong, conical bill, typically yellowish to orange, and a long tail that tapers slightly. Primarily terrestrial, it forages on the ground for seeds and insects, remaining mostly within a local area and moving only short distances. When perched, it often chooses tall grasses or low shrubs, standing openly as it surveys its surroundings.
• Pampa finch
• Verdón
Scientific classification
Kingdom:Animalia
Phylum:Chordata
Class:Aves
Order:Passeriformes
Family:Thraupidae
Genus:Embernagra
Species:E. platensis
Laguna Garzón area, Maldonado–Rocha border, Uruguay
Camera: Canon EOS R7
Lens: Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary
Capture Information:
Focal Length: 600.0 mm
Shutter Speed: 1/1000
Aperture: f/6.3
ISO: 500
Photo Taken: October 19, 2025
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