Canastero
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| Scientific name | Asthenes |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Order | Passerine |
| Rank | Genus |
| Higher classification | Ovenbird |
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| ID | 1956999 |
About Canastero
Canasteros and thistletails are small passerine birds of South America belonging to the genus Asthenes. The name "canastero" comes from Spanish and means "basket-maker", referring to the large, domed nests these species make of sticks or grass. They feed on insects and other invertebrates.