A compact and striking bird inhabiting the humid lowlands of northern South America. The male is characterized by its entirely red head, contrasting sharply with its black body.
Where to spot
Found in the understory of humid lowland forests and forest edges across Venezuela, the Guianas, and parts of northern Brazil.
How to spot
Locate fruiting trees where they feed. For males, listen for their mechanical wing sounds and watch for their quick, jerky movements at leks in the forest understory.
When to spot
Observable year-round, with male display activity heightened during breeding season mornings and late afternoons.
Where to spot
Found in the understory of humid lowland forests and forest edges across Venezuela, the Guianas, and parts of northern Brazil.
How to spot
Locate fruiting trees where they feed. For males, listen for their mechanical wing sounds and watch for their quick, jerky movements at leks in the forest understory.
When to spot
Observable year-round, with male display activity heightened during breeding season mornings and late afternoons.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Like many manakins, the male Red-headed Manakin is known for its intricate courtship dance, often involving rapid movements and buzzing sounds made by its specialized wing feathers.
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