Red-billed Curassow
NameRed-billed Curassow
Common NameRed-billed Curassow
Scientific NameCrax blumenbachii
FamilyCracidae
Wingspan (cm)80
Length (cm)84
Weight (g)3000
Plumage DetailsMales are entirely glossy black with a prominent curly black crest and a bright red bill. They have a contrasting white lower belly and undertail coverts. Females are polymorphic, often black with rufous barring on the wings and tail, or entirely black with a black bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a deep, booming 'hoo-hoo-hoo' call, often given at dawn or dusk, and various clucking or grunting sounds when alarmed.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statuscritically-endangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Atlantic Forest region of southeastern Brazil, primarily in the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, and Minas Gerais.
Identifying FeaturesBright red bill (males), Curly black crest, Glossy black plumage, White lower belly and undertail coverts (males), Large, turkey-like appearance
Description
The Red-billed Curassow is a large, ground-dwelling bird characterized by its glossy black plumage and a distinctive bright red bill. Males also feature a prominent curly black crest and white undertail coverts. They are generally shy and forage on the forest floor.
