Marail Guan
NameMarail Guan
Common NameMarail Guan
Scientific NamePenelope marail
FamilyCracidae
Wingspan (cm)75
Length (cm)67.5
Weight (g)1100
Plumage DetailsOverall dark brownish-black plumage, often with a subtle greenish or purplish sheen. The head and neck are blackish with fine white streaking or scaling. The most distinctive feature is the bare, bright red throat wattle. Legs are reddish.
Vocalization / CallProduces loud, booming calls, often described as a deep 'hoo-hoo-hoo' or 'guan-guan-guan'. Also known for a distinctive wing-whirring sound during display flights.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in northeastern South America, including parts of Venezuela, the Guianas (Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana), and northern Brazil.
Identifying Featuresdark brownish-black plumage, bright red throat wattle, fine white streaking on head/neck, reddish legs, large, arboreal bird
Description
The Marail Guan is a medium-sized, arboreal bird characterized by its dark plumage and prominent red throat wattle. It inhabits humid tropical forests, where it forages primarily for fruits and insects.
