Grey-cowled Wood Rail
Aramides cajaneus
Also known as: grey-necked wood rail
Diet
Forages for crabs, insects, worms, seeds, frogs, and fruit.
Habitat
Inhabits moist forest floors, swamps, and wetlands.
Nesting
Nests are made from grasses and reeds and are placed close to the water. Lays 5-8 eggs that are spotted with brown and pale lilac. Incubation is 20 days, and the male cares for chicks.
Did you know?
Pairs sing a duet. As one sings chirin co co co, its mate marks time by repeating a weaker co co co.