Wattled Guan
NameWattled Guan
Common NameWattled Guan
Scientific NameAburria aburri
FamilyCracidae
Wingspan (cm)65
Length (cm)75
Weight (g)1400
Plumage DetailsPredominantly glossy black plumage with a noticeable white patch on the primary coverts, visible in flight or when wings are slightly open. It has a pale blue bill and a prominent red wattle on its throat.
Vocalization / CallProduces loud, deep hooting calls, often heard at dawn or dusk. It also makes a distinctive wing-whirring sound during display flights.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeFound in the humid montane cloud forests of the Andes, ranging from western Venezuela through Colombia and Ecuador to northern Peru.
Identifying Featurespale blue bill, red throat wattle, glossy black plumage, white primary covert patch, large size
Description
The Wattled Guan is a large, arboreal bird characterized by its glossy black plumage, pale blue bill, and distinctive red throat wattle. It is typically shy and inhabits montane cloud forests, feeding primarily on fruits.
