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Marail Guan

Marail Guan

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The Marail Guan is a medium-sized cracid native to northern South America, known for its dark, glossy plumage and a distinctive red dewlap. These arboreal birds are typically found in humid forest environments.
Where to spot
Found in tropical rainforests and humid lowland forests across northern South America, including parts of the Guianas, Venezuela, and northern Brazil.
How to spot
Look for them in the canopy of fruiting trees. Listen for their characteristic calls. They can be shy but may be spotted feeding in pairs or small groups.
When to spot
Best observed during the early morning and late afternoon when they are most active, though they can be seen throughout the day. They are resident birds, observable year-round.
File:Penelope marail - Marail Guan; Presidente Figueiredo, Amazonas, Brazil.jpg
File:Penelope marail - Marail Guan; Presidente Figueiredo, Amazonas, Brazil (cropped).jpg
File:Penelope marail - Marail guan.jpg
File:Penelope marail - Marail guan (cropped).jpg
File:Penelope marail - Marail Guan; Presidente Figueiredo, Amazonas, Brazil.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Penelope marail - Marail Guan; Presidente Figueiredo, Amazonas, Brazil (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Penelope marail - Marail guan.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Penelope marail - Marail guan (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Marail Guans are known for their loud, booming calls that resonate through the forest, often given from high perches at dawn or dusk.
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