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Black Chachalaca

Black Chachalaca

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The Black Chachalaca is a medium-sized, dark-plumaged cracid native to the cloud forests of Central America. It has a relatively long tail and a somewhat slender build compared to other guans.
Where to spot
Found in humid montane cloud forests and evergreen forests from southern Mexico (Chiapas) through Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and Nicaragua to Costa Rica.
How to spot
Look for them in the mid-story and canopy of montane forests. They can be shy but are often detected by their loud, characteristic calls. Binoculars are helpful for spotting them among dense foliage.
When to spot
Most active during early mornings and late afternoons when foraging for fruits, seeds, and insects.
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Penelopina nigra 314914180.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Penelopina nigra 6603207.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The Black Chachalaca is known for its loud, raucous calls that are often given in duets or choruses by groups, creating a distinctive soundscape in its forest habitat.
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