Collared Puffbird

Bucco capensis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Piciformes · Bucconidae

About

The collared puffbird is a species of bird in the family Bucconidae, the puffbirds, nunlets, and nunbirds. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela.

Fun Fact

Collared Puffbirds are so still when perched that they appear almost inanimate, and their cryptic plumage makes them nearly impossible to spot even when searched for.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Humid primary terra firme forest

Diet

Prey includes lizards, snakes, frogs, and several types of large insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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