Red-crested guan (SciiFii)

The red-crested guan (Oreophasis mississippiensis) is a species of large, approximately 85 centimeter (33 inch) long, turkey-like bird, most closely related to the horned guan (Oreophasis derbianus), that originally did not exist, but has since been created by SciiFii and introduced throughout the rainforests, wetlands, forests, and open woodlands across North America to help boost biodiversity. The red-crested guan, like the closely related horned guan, is not a true guan, but merely resembles these birds most in overall shape and color, whereas the horn-like crest is more reminiscent of the helmeted curassows. The red-crested guan has glossy black dorsal plumage, bright red legs, a white iris, a yellow bill, and a red horn-like crest on top of its head. The breast and upper belly are white with the pinkish hue, and its long tail feathers are black with a white band near the base. Both sexes are similar. The young are duller with a smaller horn-like crest, and have a brown tail and wings. Its diet consists mainly of fruits, green leaves, and invertebrates. The female usually lays between four to seven eggs. The conservation status of the red-crested guan is Least Concern due to successful conservation efforts, the red-crested guan's wide range and its tolerance to many of the human activities.
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