Andean Guan
Penelope montagnii
Least ConcernAves · Galliformes · Cracidae
About
The Andean guan is a gamefowl species of the family Cracidae, in which it belongs to the guan subfamily Penelopinae. This bird occurs in the highlands of the Andes, from Venezuela and Colombia through Ecuador and Peru south to Bolivia and perhaps northwesternmost Argentina.
Fun Fact
These are medium-sized birds, measuring about 40–58 centimetres (16–23 in) in length and weighing about 500–840 g (1.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in the Cocora valley in Quindío Department and the Quimbaya protected forest in Risaralda Department of Colombia, and the Yanacocha Reserve of Ecuador.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance