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.
Pretty cool bird! That is one interesting bill! Try and tell me Heavenly Father doesn't have a sense of humor!! Thanks for educating me on yet another bird!
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