East Brazilian Chachalaca (Ortalis araucuan) — Least Concern Aves

East Brazilian Chachalaca

Ortalis araucuan

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Galliformes · Cracidae

About

The East Brazilian chachalaca is a species of bird in the family Cracidae, the chachalacas, guans, and curassows. It is endemic to eastern Brazil.

Fun Fact

The East Brazilian chachalaca was considered a subspecies of the speckled chachalaca (Ortalis guttata).

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is the Atlantic Forest but also includes secondary forest, caatinga, and restinga landscapes.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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