The Horned Manakin is an extraordinary Piprid, with males possessing two prominent, horn-like feather tufts on their crown. Females are olive-green.
Where to spot
Endemic to humid tepui forests and adjacent humid montane forests in southeastern Venezuela and bordering parts of Brazil.
How to spot
Requires visiting the tepui regions. Look for males displaying in the understory of humid forests. The male's distinctive horn-like crown is unmistakable.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, with display activity concentrated in the mornings. Observable year-round in its limited range.
Where to spot
Endemic to humid tepui forests and adjacent humid montane forests in southeastern Venezuela and bordering parts of Brazil.
How to spot
Requires visiting the tepui regions. Look for males displaying in the understory of humid forests. The male's distinctive horn-like crown is unmistakable.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, with display activity concentrated in the mornings. Observable year-round in its limited range.
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The male's unique 'horns' are highly modified feathers, used in its dramatic courtship displays, where it bounces and calls to attract a mate.
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