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ViewsDusky PurpletuftFrom Opus
[edit] IdentificationTotal length 12 cm (5 in) [edit] Similar speciesVirtually unmistakable, but superficially similar to the Swallow-winged Puffbird. No overlap with the Buff-throated Purpletuft or the White-browed Purpletuft. [edit] DistributionNorth-eastern South America in south-eastern Venezuela, the Guianas and far northern Brazil. As far as known, uncommon to very rare, but easily overlooked due to its unobtrusive canopy life. [edit] TaxonomyThis is a monotypic species[1]. Traditionally considered to be a cotinga (Cotingidae), but recent proposals would place this species in Tityridae (Tityras & allies). [edit] HabitatCanopy and edge of humid lowland forest. [edit] BehaviourIn pairs or small groups. As other purpletufts, it is typically seen perched high on exposed branches. [edit] DietFeeds on berries and some insects. [edit] References
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