Hoatzin Photo by Ann Doty

Hoatzin Photo by Ann Doty
Opisthocomus hoazin
Adult
Location
Ecuador > Orellana
Date
Jun 17, 2019
Caption
#photocontest2019

Sacha Lodge Yasuni NP Napo River; Orellana
Amazon Ecuador
with Sacha Lodge guide Oscar Tapuy

Large, dumpy bird found around lake edges and slow-moving streams. Head looks too small for its large brown body. Its orange mohawk, blue facial skin, and stubby bill make this bird extremely distinctive.

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