Monday, February 16, 2015

Red-billed Scythebill

Red-billed Scythebill

     Inhabiting just under half of the continent of South America, the Red-billed Scythebill (don't ask for pronunciation), is on of the most astonishing species of woodcreepers, with striking plumage and a uniquely curved bill that it uses to scavenge and hunt. Most of it's unlucky victims are bugs, but sometimes it get's the rumbles that only frogs can satisfy. (Reference: Llamas with Hats) They can grow to about the size of a football, and weigh roughly 40g. It has a unique ability to climb straight up trees by using it's sharp claws and shafts at the end of it's tail feathers. They build their nests in tree holes and lay 2-3 eggs. Below is a link of the calls that this bird makes, if your interested. Honestly, It sounds just like Angry Birds.