Saffron-crested Tyrant-Manakin
Neopelma chrysocephalum
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAves (Birds)
- OrderPasseriformes (Perching Birds)
- FamilyPipridae (Manakins)
- GenusNeopelma (Typical Tyrant-Manakins)
- SpeciesNeopelma chrysocephalum (Saffron-crested Tyrant-Manakin)
About the Saffron-crested Tyrant-Manakin
The saffron-crested tyrant-manakin, or the saffron-crested neopelma (Neopelma chrysocephalum), is a species of bird in the family Pipridae, the manakins. A visually striking bird species, it is endemic to the lowland tropical rainforests of South America, with primary distribution areas in countries such as Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.
The Saffron-crested Tyrant-Manakin belongs to the Pipridae family, which includes various manakin species, all known for their unique characteristics and behaviors. It was named by August von Pelzeln in 1868. The Spanish name for this species is Saltarín-Tirano de Cresta Azafrán.
It's a small short-tailed manakin, with a light yellowish breast; it looks very similar to a flycatcher. One of the most notable features of the Saffron-crested Tyrant-Manakin is its saffron yellow crest that stands on its head. This crest is similar to the bird's plumage. This small bird, measuring around 10 to 11 centimeters (4 to 4.3 inches) in length, has distinctive black wings and tail with yellow markings. Its eyes are a dark shade. The beak of the Saffron-crested Manakin is short and stout. It has a very nasal call with a variety of repeated... Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Saffron-crested Tyrant-Manakin in Brownsberg Nature Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anavilhanas National Park | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 2 | Brownsberg Nature Park | 🇸🇷 Suriname |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Saffron-crested Tyrant-Manakin in Brownsberg Nature Park?
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Saffron-crested Tyrant-Manakin sighting in Brownsberg Nature Park, based on 5 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Saffron-crested Tyrant-Manakin in Brownsberg Nature Park?
February has the highest sighting rate for Saffron-crested Tyrant-Manakin in Brownsberg Nature Park in our monthly data.