Black-capped Piprites
Piprites pileata
Near ThreatenedAves · Passeriformes · Cotingidae
About
The black-capped piprites, also known as the black-capped manakin, bailarín castaño, or piprites capirotado, is a species of suboscine passerine. It has been placed in the genus Piprites, part of the Tyrannidae family. Previously, the species was included in the family Pipridae, but was reclassified following genetic studies.
Fun Fact
Until the recent rediscovery in Argentina, the only confirmed record there was a specimen taken in 1959.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in the canopy and subcanopy around the edge of the Atlantic Forest, especially in regions where Brazilian pines are found.
Diet
Feed on small fruits and arthropods.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change