Spix's Guan
NameSpix's Guan
Common NameSpix's Guan
Scientific NamePenelope jacquacu
FamilyCracidae
Wingspan (cm)77.5
Length (cm)70.5
Weight (g)1295
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly dark olive-brown to blackish, often with a subtle greenish sheen on the upperparts. The head and neck are darker, featuring fine white scaling on the neck and breast. A distinctive bare red dewlap is visible on the throat, and the bill is pale, usually whitish or bluish-white.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include loud, deep booming calls, often given at dawn or dusk, as well as various clucking and cackling notes.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound throughout the Amazon basin in South America, its range extends across parts of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, and Venezuela.
Identifying FeaturesLarge size, Dark olive-brown to blackish plumage, Prominent bare red dewlap, Pale bill, Fine white scaling on neck and breast
Description
The Spix's Guan is a large, dark-plumaged game bird native to the Amazon basin. It is characterized by its prominent red dewlap and pale bill, typically foraging on the forest floor or in the lower canopy in small groups.
