Scaled Chachalaca
Scaled Chachalaca
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The Scaled Chachalaca is a medium-sized game bird endemic to southeastern Brazil, named for the subtle scaling pattern on its neck and breast. It is a denizen of the Atlantic Forest and its associated habitats.
Where to spot
Endemic to southeastern Brazil, its range includes states like Minas Gerais, Espírito Santo, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo. Look for it in humid Atlantic Forest undergrowth, secondary growth, and forest edges.
How to spot
Listen for their characteristic loud, harsh calls, which are often given in a chorus. They tend to be shy, so scan dense vegetation carefully. Look for them moving through low trees or foraging on the forest floor in small groups.
When to spot
Present year-round. The most productive times for observation are at dawn and dusk, when these birds are most vocal and actively feeding.
Where to spot
Endemic to southeastern Brazil, its range includes states like Minas Gerais, Espírito Santo, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo. Look for it in humid Atlantic Forest undergrowth, secondary growth, and forest edges.
How to spot
Listen for their characteristic loud, harsh calls, which are often given in a chorus. They tend to be shy, so scan dense vegetation carefully. Look for them moving through low trees or foraging on the forest floor in small groups.
When to spot
Present year-round. The most productive times for observation are at dawn and dusk, when these birds are most vocal and actively feeding.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The 'scaling' pattern on its plumage is created by the dark edges of its feathers, providing a unique identification mark among the generally plain-looking chachalacas.
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