Sharpbill
Oxyruncus cristatus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Cotingidae
About
The sharpbill is a small passerine bird that is placed in its own family Oxyruncidae. It was formerly placed in the family Tityridae. Its range is from the mountainous areas of tropical South America and southern Central America.
Fun Fact
The Sharpbill is so taxonomically mysterious that it was classified in its own family for decades; molecular studies now suggest it is a cotinga—but ornithologists still debate its relationships.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in tall dense forests but occasionally venture to the forest edge.
Diet
Feeds on fruit and some invertebrates.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance
External Data Sources
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