North American umbrellabird (SciiFii)

A North American umbrellabird (Cephalopterus americanum) is a species of umbrellabird that originally did not exist, but have since been created by SciiFii and introduced throughout the rainforests, wetlands, forests, and open woodlands across North America to help boost biodiversity. With a total length of around 50 centimeters (19.5 inches), the North American umbrellabird is among the largest members of the cotinga family and one of the largest passerines in South America. It is almost entirely black, and has a conspicuous crest on the top of its head, vaguely resembling an umbrella (hence its common name). It has a short, yet inflatable wattle on the neck, which serves to amplify its loud, booming calls. This wattle is shorter than in most other umbrellabirds, reaching a length of about 11 centimeters (4 inches). North American umbrellabirds produce one of the deepest songs (less than 300 Hz) among passerines. Females resemble males, but are noticeably smaller and have a reduced crest and wattle. They feed primarily on fruits, large insects and occasionally small vertebrates (e.g. lizards). The males gather in loose leks, where they call and extend their wattle to attract females. The flimsy nest is built entirely by the females, which incubate and raise the chicks without help from the males. The conservation status of the North American umbrellabird is Least Concern due to successful conservation efforts, the North American umbrellabird's wide range and, unlike most other umbrellabirds, its tolerance to many of the human activities, including being able to adapt to life in the cities and suburbs.
Category:Animals
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Category:SciiFii