Amazonian Umbrellabird
Cephalopterus ornatus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="cephalopterus-ornatus"></birdfyi-bird>The Amazonian Umbrellabird (Cephalopterus ornatus) is a bird species in the family Cotingidae (cotingas), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 51.9 cm and a weight of 477 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Amazonian Umbrellabird is a large cotinga weighing 477 g with an impressive 51.9 cm wingspan, distinguished by its black umbrella-like crest and long wattled throat pouch used in booming display calls. Males gather at leks to attract females in humid Amazonian forests.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 51.9 cm | 20.4 in |
| Weight | 477.0 g | 16.83 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Cotingidae (Cotingas) |
| Genus | Cephalopterus |
| Species | Cephalopterus ornatus |
Distribution
Amazonian Umbrellabird has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cotingidae family