Golden-headed Manakin
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Manakins

Golden-headed Manakin

Ceratopipra erythrocephala

LCLeast Concern
Family
Manakins (Pipridae)
Order
Passeriformes

Overview

The golden-headed manakin (Ceratopipra erythrocephala) is a small passerine bird which breeds in tropical Central and South America in both wet and dry forests, secondary growth and plantations. It is a small manakin, about 9.4 centimetres (3.7 in) long. Males are entirely black apart from a golden head, yellow bill, white and red thighs and pink legs. Females and juveniles are olive-green with pink legs.

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Last updated September 29, 2026.