Bearded Guan
Penelope barbata
Near ThreatenedAves · Galliformes · Cracidae
About
The bearded guan is a species of bird in the family Cracidae, the chachalacas, guans, and curassows. It is found in Ecuador and Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Fun Fact
The bearded guan (Penelope barbata) is a small mostly brown bird that is about 55 cm large, and named for it red dewlap (or beard) While most of the bird is brown, it has dark grayish-brown upper parts and rear underparts as well as a silver crown and neck feathers.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Eat various fruits and berries and well as leaves, flowers and insects.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change