Habitat
Pampas, campo cerrado and open chaco woodland, normally in areas with some tall grassland and other vegetation. Also open grassland and cultivated fields. From sea-level - 1,200 m. Prefers areas adjacent to water for breeding.
Argentina (B), Bolivia (B), Brazil (B), Paraguay (B), Uruguay (B).
South America from Brazil south of the Amazon to central Argentina.
 
Rarity Status
Currently this species is not classified as a rarity in this country OR information has not been updated.
Population
Estimated population is unknown (2010) and decreasing.
Status NT
Hunting and habitat destruction through conversion to agriculture are the main threats.
For more information see BirdLife International Species Factsheet.