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Yellow-billed Cacique

Yellow-billed Cacique

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The Yellow-billed Cacique is a striking black bird with a prominent, slender yellow bill and a long tail, often found in humid evergreen forests. Its glossy black plumage contrasts sharply with its bright bill.
Where to spot
Found in Central and South America, from southern Mexico south through Central America to western Ecuador and Peru. Typically inhabits humid evergreen forests, forest edges, and plantations, often at higher elevations.
How to spot
Look for this bird in the canopy and mid-story of humid forests. Its bright yellow bill and entirely black body are distinctive. Listen for its varied, bubbling calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active during the early morning and late afternoon, when it forages in the forest canopy.
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File:Yellow-billed Cacique (Amblycercus holosericeus) attracted to bananas ... (52397380912).jpg
File:Yellow-billed Cacique (Amblycercus holosericeus) attracted to bananas ... (52397382602).jpg
File:Yellow-billed Cacique (Amblycercus holosericeus) attracted to bananas ... (52431279140).jpg
File:Yellow-billed Cacique (Amblycercus holosericeus) eating bananas ... (52430825906).jpg
File:Amblycercus holosericeus.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Yellow-billed Cacique (Amblycercus holosericeus) attracted to bananas ... (52397380912).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Yellow-billed Cacique (Amblycercus holosericeus) attracted to bananas ... (52397382602).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Yellow-billed Cacique (Amblycercus holosericeus) attracted to bananas ... (52431279140).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Yellow-billed Cacique (Amblycercus holosericeus) eating bananas ... (52430825906).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Despite its common name, its scientific name 'holosericeus' means 'silky', referring to the smooth, glossy appearance of its black feathers.
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