Natural history notes on the Pale-throated Serra-finch (Embernagra longicauda) in eastern Brazil

Abstract

The Pale-throated Serra-finch (Embernagra longicauda) is restricted to the mountains and plateaus of eastern Brazil and almost nothing is known about its life history. Here, we present for the first time detailed descriptions of its nest, eggs, nestlings, diet, molt pattern, body mass, and habitat. The nest is a large cup supported from its bottom and constructed mainly with grass culms and leaves. The species is omnivorous, its diet is composed predominantly of arthropods and fleshy fruits, with a small component of dry seeds. A complete molt occurs during March-April, after the reproductive season. The conservation status of the Pale-throated Serra-finch may be classified as lower risk - least concern. © The Neotropical Orinthological Society.