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(Slimbridge October 2012)
The Crested Screamer, also known as the Southern Screamer, is found in Southeastern Peru, Northern Bolivia, Paraguay, Southern Brazil, Uruguay and North Argentina.
The Crested Screamer prefers to remain on the ground but is actually a good swimmer. It also has bony spurs on its wings which it uses to fight against rival Screamers and also as a defence against its enemies.
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Conservation Status
Size
810mm to 950mm (32" to 37")
Appearance - Male
The male has mainly Grey plumage with a Black neck ring, a hooked Grey bill, with a featherless Red patch from the base of the bill to the eye. The legs and feet are Pink.
Appearance - Female
Similar to the male except slightly smaller.
Habitat
Wetlands, Swamps, Marshes, Grasslands, Lakes and Estuaries.
Diet
Plant Stems, Seeds, Leaves, and occasional small Animal.
Breeding Time
October to December.
Nest
Built as a platform from Reeds, Straw and Vegetation near water.
Eggs
Quantity: 2 to 7
Colour: White.
Black-Bellied Whistling Duck
