Hooded Berryeater
A species of Berryeaters Scientific name : Carpornis cucullata Genus : Berryeaters
Hooded Berryeater, A species of Berryeaters
Botanical name: Carpornis cucullata
Genus: Berryeaters
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Description General Info
Photo By Nigel Voaden 
Description
The hooded berryeater (Carpornis cucullata) is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae. It is endemic to Brazil. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. It is becoming rare due to habitat loss. 
Size
23 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Hooded Berryeater predominantly consumes soft fruits from 45 plant species, with an average fruit size of 10.3 mm. Occasionally, hooded Berryeater also feeds on large insects. These birds typically forage alone, indicating a solitary feeding behavior.
Habitat
The hooded Berryeater primarily dwells in humid lowland and montane forests, with a preference for regions featuring dense vegetation and canopy cover. These birds are also frequently found in palm groves, highlighting their adaptability to varied forested environments within broader tropical and subtropical zones.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Photo By Nigel Voaden 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Cotingas Genus
Berryeaters Species
Hooded Berryeater 
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