Capuchinbird - Perissocephalus tricolor

Length 1.1-1.2 ft (34.5-35.5 cm)
Weight M: 11.3-14.2 oz (320-402 g), F: 9.4-12.9 oz (267-367 g)
Clutch Size 1
Chicks at birth Altricial
IUCN Conservation Status Least Concern
Continents:SA
     

The Capuchinbird is also known by the name Calfbird. They are found in South America in parts of Colombia, Venezuela, Guianas and northern Brazil. Capuchinbird males attempt to attract females by gathering in leks and 'singing' and puffing out cowl.

Diet is mostly fruit with some large insects.

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