Order: GRUIFORMES - Family: PSOPHIIDAE
6 Species currently existing - 1 in region


Trumpeter birds are a group of bird species known for their loud and distinctive calls that resemble the sound of a trumpet, hence their name. These birds belong to the family Psophiidae and are found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. They are known for their colorful plumage and unique mating rituals, often involving elaborate displays and vocalizations. Read in Spanish

Trumpeter birds primarily feed on fruits, insects, and small animals and play important roles in the ecosystems they inhabit through seed dispersal and insect control.

Some species of trumpeter birds are threatened by habitat loss and hunting.

Gray-winged Trumpeter,

Trumpeter

Psophia crepitans
Spanish Name: Tente alegris

Size: 21 in | 53 cm
Habitat: Transition forest, forest edges and clearing. Terra firme and varzea in the Amazon region.
Height: <500 m

Photo: © Anselmo d'Affonseca eBird S64964815 Macaulay Library ML204137621