Impressively large bird restricted to lowland rainforest in northern Colombia. It is critically endangered due to deforestation and hunting pressure. Male is black with a white belly and tail tip, shaggy crest, and blue bulges at the base of the bill. Female has a chestnut belly, a variable amount of white barring on body and crest, and a hint of blue at the base of the bill. Younger birds have less blue in the bill. Mostly terrestrial, but may ascend to low branches to sing or when threatened.
- Conservation Status : Critically Endangered
- Habitat : Forests
- Class: Aves
- Order: Galliformes
- Family: Cracidae
- Genus: Crax
Diet
They eats fruits, worms, insects, snails, crayfish and sometimes carrion.
Colors
Primarily black bird with a distinctive bill decorated with blue cere and wattles.
Fun Facts
It is only likely to be encountered in protected areas such as El Paujil Bird Reserve and Tayrona National Park.
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Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona in Colombia is known for its picturesque beaches, lush rainforests, and rich biodiversity. Visitors can encounter monkeys, toucans, iguanas, and numerous marine species while exploring the...