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White-collared Manakin
Manacus candei
The White-collared Manakin is a small, vibrantly colored bird native to the lowland forests of Central America. Males are notable for their striking plumage, featuring a bright white collar and black crown, contrasting with olive-green upperparts and yellow underparts, while fem…
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- The snapping sound made by male White-collared Manakins is created by rapidly clapping their wings together above their backs, a behavior unique among birds.
- Male White-collared Manakins perform coordinated group displays called leks to attract females. Their wing snaps are so loud they can be heard from a considerable distance in the forest. These manakins play a crucial role in seed dispersal due to their fruit-heavy diet.
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