Guianan Cock-of-the-rock
Rupicola rupicola
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Cotingidae
About
The Guianan cock-of-the-rock is a species of cotinga, a passerine bird from South America. It is about 30 cm (12 in) in length and weighs about 200 to 220 g. It is found in tropical rainforests, near its preferred habitat of rocky outcrops. The female's plumage is brownish/dark smokey grey in colour, and generally less noticeable than the males because of their nesting work in rocky areas. The male's feathers are a bright orange. Both have a heavy body, broad-based bill and wear a remarkable half-moon crest on the head. It is one of two species of the genus Rupicola, the other being the Andean cock-of-the-rock. The Guianan cock-of-the-rock lives across the forested region of northeastern South America. Its diet consists mostly of fruit, but they sometimes feast on small snakes and lizards.
Fun Fact
Male Guianan Cocks-of-the-rock gather at leks where they display in explosive orange bursts of color to be judged and selected by visiting females who choose the most impressive performer.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in the Guianan Shield, a forested region in northeastern South America.
Diet
Diet of the adult Guianan cock-of-the-rock consists mainly of fruits meaning they are frugivorous.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance