The Golden-headed Manakin is a small, dazzling Piprid, with males featuring a glossy black body and a brilliant golden-yellow head. Females are dull green.
Where to spot
Widespread in humid lowland and foothill forests across Central America and northern South America, from Panama south to Bolivia and Brazil.
How to spot
Look for males at lek sites in the forest understory. The male's brilliant golden head against its black body is unmistakable. Listen for its distinctive 'tick-tock' calls.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, with display activity peaking in the early morning. Observable year-round.
Where to spot
Widespread in humid lowland and foothill forests across Central America and northern South America, from Panama south to Bolivia and Brazil.
How to spot
Look for males at lek sites in the forest understory. The male's brilliant golden head against its black body is unmistakable. Listen for its distinctive 'tick-tock' calls.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, with display activity peaking in the early morning. Observable year-round.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Males perform a 'moonwalk' dance during courtship, sliding backwards along a branch in a mesmerizing display to attract females.
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