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Mecocerculus taeniopterus

Mecocerculus taeniopterus

Peru
Status
Unknown

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
woodland canopies, open shrublands, and diverse forest biomes

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
seeds, insects, small invertebrates, nectar, and wild berries

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
diurnal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

Remarks: Taczanowski (1875: 533) wrote about " deux mâles de Sillapeta et du Maraynioc " (two males from Sillapeta and from Maraynioc). Both of these specimens, collected by Jelski on 8 February 1873 (MIZ 33905) and on 5 June 1871 (MIZ 33914), respectively, are still deposited in the MIZ (Mlíkovský 2009 b). Taczanowski (1874) thus probably omitted from his list of Jelski's specimens a double sold to Cabanis. The MIZ specimens have no type status (see Mlíkovský 2009 b for details).
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Mecocerculus taeniopterus is officially designated as Unknown. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to woodland canopies, open shrublands, and diverse forest biomes, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of seeds, insects, small invertebrates, nectar, and wild berries. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a diurnal activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem. The species has a typical natural lifespan of approximately 8 years, allowing it to adapt and mature through structured generational cycles.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Mecocerculus taeniopterus.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangePeru
Habitat Rangewoodland canopies, open shrublands, and diverse forest biomes
Lifespan8 Yrs
StatusUnknown
ScientificMecocerculus taeniopterus
Registry Info
Lifespan8 years
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyTyrannidae