Blue-capped Manakin
NameBlue-capped Manakin
Common NameBlue-capped Manakin
Scientific NameLepidothrix coronata
FamilyPipridae
Wingspan (cm)12
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a brilliant iridescent blue crown, contrasting with a deep purplish-blue to black body plumage. Females are generally duller olive-green overall, with a slightly paler belly and no blue cap.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, buzzing or whirring notes, often described as a 'pssst' or 'swee-swee' call. Males also produce mechanical wing sounds during their display flights.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Central and South America, ranging from Costa Rica and Panama south through Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and into northern Bolivia.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Iridescent blue cap (males), Dark purplish-blue body (males), Short tail, Forest understory habitat
Description
The Blue-capped Manakin is a small, stocky passerine bird known for its vibrant plumage and energetic display behaviors. Males are particularly striking with their iridescent blue cap contrasting with a dark body, while females are duller green. They are typically found in the understory of humid tropical forests.
