Masked Fruiteater
NameMasked Fruiteater
Common NameMasked Fruiteater
Scientific NamePipreola pulchra
FamilyCotingidae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)17.5
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsMales have a distinctive black head and mask, a vibrant yellow throat and upper breast, and iridescent green plumage covering the back, wings, and belly. The bill is a contrasting orange-red.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is typically a high-pitched, thin, sibilant whistle, often described as a 'sweeeet' or 'pseeeet' sound.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Andes of central and southern Peru, inhabiting humid montane cloud forests.
Identifying Featuresblack mask, bright yellow throat, iridescent green body, orange-red bill
Description
A strikingly colored, medium-sized passerine found in humid montane forests. This species typically perches quietly in the mid-story, often solitary or in pairs, feeding primarily on fruits.
