Southern Screamers
by James Brunker
Title
Southern Screamers
Artist
James Brunker
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Photograph - Photograph
Description
Southern or crested screamers (Chauna torquata) are found in swamps and wetlands of central and eastern South America. They are large birds, almost 1 metre long and weighing 3-5 kg (6.6-11 lb). As the name suggests they can also be noisy! This pair were passing time in a water hyacinth (Pontederia crassipes) filled pond in Bolivia's tropical lowlands.
Photograph © James Brunker. Reproduction, transmission or publication in any form without written permission strictly prohibited.
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April 18th, 2013
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