Rufous Piha
NameRufous Piha
Common NameRufous Piha
Scientific NameLipaugus unirufus
FamilyCotingidae
Wingspan (cm)38
Length (cm)23
Weight (g)65
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is uniformly rufous-cinnamon across the entire body, appearing slightly darker on the wings and tail. It possesses a distinctive pale eye, which can range from whitish to yellowish.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, far-carrying vocalizations, often described as a series of clear, whistling notes or a repeated 'piha-piha-piha' sound, which gives the species its common name.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is found in Central America, from Honduras south through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama, extending into northwestern South America in Colombia and western Ecuador.
Identifying Featuresuniform rufous plumage, pale eye, medium size, loud whistling calls, humid forest habitat
Description
The Rufous Piha is a medium-sized cotinga characterized by its entirely rufous-cinnamon plumage. It inhabits the mid-story and canopy of humid evergreen forests, where it primarily feeds on fruits.
