Red-faced Guan
NameRed-faced Guan
Common NameRed-faced Guan
Scientific NamePenelope dabbenei
FamilyCracidae
Wingspan (cm)75
Length (cm)67
Weight (g)1200
Plumage DetailsOverall dark brown to blackish plumage, often with fine white scaling or streaking on the neck and breast, giving a frosted appearance. The most striking feature is the bare, bright red skin on the face and a prominent red throat wattle.
Vocalization / CallProduces loud, deep, booming calls, often given at dawn or dusk. Also emits a series of harsh cackles and clucking notes.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Andes of northwestern Argentina and southern Bolivia, inhabiting humid montane and cloud forests.
Identifying FeaturesBare red facial skin, Prominent red throat wattle, Dark body plumage with white scaling/streaking, Large size, Arboreal habit
Description
The Red-faced Guan is a large, dark-plumaged bird characterized by its distinctive bare red facial skin and prominent red throat wattle. It is typically found foraging in the canopy of humid montane forests in the Andes.
