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Yellow-crowned Manakin

Yellow-crowned Manakin

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The Yellow-crowned Manakin is a small Piprid, with males featuring a prominent yellow crown that contrasts with their olive-green body. Females are duller.
Where to spot
Inhabits humid lowland forests in the Guiana Shield region of northeastern South America, including parts of Venezuela, the Guianas, and northern Brazil.
How to spot
Search the understory and mid-story of humid forests. The male's bright yellow crown is a key identification feature. Listen for its distinctive calls.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, with peak display activity in the early morning. Observable year-round.
Like other manakins, males perform elaborate courtship rituals involving vocalizations and short, rapid flights to attract females.
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