The capuchinbird or calfbird (Perissocephalus tricolor) is a large passerine bird of the family Cotingidae.

Large, bizarre bird of tall rainforest. Unmistakable even when seen briefly, as they often are, flying quickly across roads or rivers. Appears broad-winged and mostly burnt orange with a …

Jun 22, 2025 · The capuchinbird, comparable in size to a big pigeon, wears a bulky robe of orange-brown feathers that ends in a high ridge around its bald blue head, as if it's wearing a …

Communication: The call of the Capuchinbird is very similar to the lowing of a calf, giving them the common name of Calfbird. Inhaled air is stored in sacks on either side of the neck. When the …

Mar 4, 2020 · Undoubtedly one of the most unmistakable cotingas, Capuchinbird, or Calfbird, has a reputation for one of the avian world’s most incredible vocalisations, which frequently is …

The Capuchinbird is also named « Calfbird » due to the sound of its call, a loud mooing produced by the male. This unmistakable, strange-looking cotinga is usually quite solitary and …

The capuchinbird or calfbird (Perissocephalus tricolor) is a large passerine bird of the family Cotingidae.

Capuchinbirds gather in special places called leks. These are like meeting spots where male birds show off to attract females. They make very strange sounds that people call "songs." It's hard …

The Capuchinbird or Calfbird (Perissocephalus tricolor) is a large passerine bird of the family Cotingidae. It is monotypic within the genus Perissocephalus. It is found in humid forests (up …

Species factsheet: Capuchinbird Perissocephalus tricolor. Downloaded from https://datazone.birdlife.org/species/factsheet/capuchinbird-perissocephalus-tricolor on …