White-winged Trumpeter
Psophia leucoptera
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<birdfyi-bird slug="psophia-leucoptera"></birdfyi-bird>The White-winged Trumpeter (Psophia leucoptera) is a bird species in the family Psophiidae (trumpeters), within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 54.1 cm and a weight of 1.3 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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White-winged Trumpeter (Psophia leucoptera) is a 45–52 cm trumpeter of south-western Amazonia. Glossy black with conspicuous white inner wing feathers contrasting with black outer wings. Inhabits undisturbed lowland Amazonian forest in Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru. Social; lives in flocks of 3–12 birds with complex cooperative breeding.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 54.1 cm | 21.3 in |
| Weight | 1286.6666666666667 g | 45.39 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 23-29 days.
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Psophiidae (Trumpeters) |
| Genus | Psophia |
| Species | Psophia leucoptera |
Distribution
White-winged Trumpeter has been recorded in 1 countries.
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