Birds of Guyana

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Genus: Ortalis (1 species, 16 worldwide)

Chachalacas (genus Ortails) are gamebirds found in 'New World' tropical forests. Chachalacas are in the same order as guans and curassow (Cracidae), but are smaller. Most species travel in groups, and are quite loud.


Little Chachalaca (Ortalis motmot) French Guiana Note red head.
Photograph by Michel GIRAUD-AUDINE © All Rights Reserved.

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