currasows
Currasows, also spelled curassows, are a group of large, ground-dwelling birds in the Cracidae family, native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. They are related to guans and chachalacas and are among the region’s most sizable forest birds. The plumage is typically dark or mottled, and many species show distinctive crests, wattles, or bare facial patches that play a role in display and social signaling.
These birds favor dense forest interiors, often occupying lowland and foothill habitats with thick undergrowth. Currasows
Breeding involves ground or concealed nests within dense vegetation. Clutch sizes commonly consist of two to
Conservation status varies by species, but many currasows have declined due to habitat loss, fragmentation, and