Amazonian Umbrellabirds
Cotingas ... Umbrellabirds
The Amazonian Umbrellabird (Cephalopterus ornatus) occurs in two main populations:
- Amazon Basin - in woodland and forest, mainly near rivers
- Eastern Andes - in forested foothills
Description
The Amazonian Umbrellabird is the largest passerine in South America, with a length of up to 50 cm (20 in) including its tail; the males tend to be larger in size than females.
The plumage of the Amazonian Umbrellabird is almost entirely black and this species has a conspicuous crest on the top of its head, and an inflatable wattle on the neck, which serves to amplify their loud, booming calls.
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