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Penelope pileata

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Penelope pileata Life habits and morphological characteristics

The details are unknown.

Penelope pileata Distribution range and habitat

It is found in forests in South America and is the most arboreal of the gallinales.

Penelope pileata Detailed Introduction

The pheasant's scientific name is Penelope pileata, and its foreign name is White-crested Guan. Most of the time they live in pairs or in groups of 6-12. They walk on branches, looking for fruits and leaves to eat. A bird's nest is built on a tree or stump with branches and leaves. The female will lay two to three eggs at a time, which are rough and white in surface. The female will dish the eggs alone.

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IUCN Red List Protection Level: Vulnerable (VU).


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