Bare-necked Umbrellabird (Cephalopterus glabricollis) — Endangered Aves

Bare-necked Umbrellabird

Cephalopterus glabricollis

Conservation Status

Endangered

Aves · Passeriformes · Cotingidae

About

The bare-necked umbrellabird is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae. It is found in the Talamancan montane forests of Costa Rica and Panama. Bare-necked umbrellabirds live only in forests and their diet consists mainly of fruits.

Fun Fact

The bare-necked umbrellabird is a large, bulky, and crow-like bird, being the largest passerine in its range.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range, although some birds have been seen foraging in secondary forest

Diet

Feed on lizards, frogs, insects and larvae.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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