Blue-billed Curassow

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The Blue-billed Curassow is a critically endangered species endemic to northern Colombia. Males are characterized by their glossy black plumage and a distinctive light blue waxy knob and cere on their bill, while females are rufous brown with barred underparts.

Where to spot

Restricted to the Magdalena River valley and adjacent mountain ranges in northern Colombia, primarily in humid lowland and submontane forests, often near rivers or wetlands.

How to spot

Spotting this rare curassow requires visiting its specific habitat in Colombia. Look for its large size and listen for its deep, booming calls, which are a characteristic sound of the forest. Patience and quiet movement in dense undergrowth are essential.

When to spot

Best observed during the early morning or late afternoon when they are most active foraging on the forest floor for fallen fruits, seeds, and insects.

Where to spot

Restricted to the Magdalena River valley and adjacent mountain ranges in northern Colombia, primarily in humid lowland and submontane forests, often near rivers or wetlands.

How to spot

When to spot

Best observed during the early morning or late afternoon when they are most active foraging on the forest floor for fallen fruits, seeds, and insects.