Speckled Chachalaca
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Guans, Curassows, and Chachalacas

Speckled Chachalaca

Ortalis guttata

LCLeast Concern
Family
Guans, Curassows, and Chachalacas (Cracidae)
Order
Galliformes

Overview

The speckled chachalaca (Ortalis guttata) is a medium-sized bird belonging to the family Cracidae (chachalacas, guans, and curassows).
This species is found across the Amazonian regions of Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. The two Amazonian subspecies are generally common and inhabit low or open forest, thickets, and riparian areas. A third, isolated subspecies is found in a small area of southeastern Brazil.

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Last updated September 29, 2026.