Opal-crowned Manakin
Opal-crowned Manakin
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The Opal-crowned Manakin is a stunning Piprid, with males featuring an iridescent, often multi-colored 'opal' crown that shifts in light. Females are dull green.
Where to spot
Found in humid lowland and foothill forests of the western Amazon basin, including parts of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.
How to spot
Search the understory of mature forests. The male's iridescent crown is unmistakable in good light. Listen for their sharp calls.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, with males displaying most vigorously in the mornings. Observable year-round.
Where to spot
Found in humid lowland and foothill forests of the western Amazon basin, including parts of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.
How to spot
Search the understory of mature forests. The male's iridescent crown is unmistakable in good light. Listen for their sharp calls.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, with males displaying most vigorously in the mornings. Observable year-round.
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The male's crown feathers contain structural pigments that create the breathtaking iridescent effect, changing color from blue to green to purple depending on the angle of light.
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