Bird Guide

Crimson-hooded Manakin

Pipra aureola

Least ConcernFruitForestCup nestSmall · 16 g

About the Crimson-hooded Manakin

The crimson-hooded manakin, also known as orange-headed manakin, is a species of passerine bird in the family Pipridae. It is found in Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, and Venezuela.

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The crimson-hooded manakin is about 11 cm (4.3 in) long and weighs 14 to 18.5 g (0.49 to 0.65 oz). The species is sexually dimorphic. Adult males of the nominate subspecies have an orange-yellow face and throat; the rest of their head, nape, and upper mantle are crimson. The crimson extends down the breast to the belly. The rest of its plumage is mostly black, with creamy to whitish thighs and a reddish to orange vent area. They have a white or whitish iris. Adult females have a mostly olive-green head, upperparts, wings, and tail. Their lores and throat have a yellowish tinge.

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Where the Crimson-hooded Manakin lives

Regular rangeRare visitor

Recorded as a rare visitor in Norway.

When to see the Crimson-hooded Manakin

Peak activity in October · a resident species across most of its range

Easily confused with

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