Bucconidae (Puffbirds)
Order Galbuliformes
35 species in 10 genera

Size: Between 13 cm (Lanceolated Monklet, Micromonacha lanceolata) and 29 cm (Black-fronted Nunbird, Monasa nigrifrons).

Distribution: Neotropical Region. Strongly sedentary.

Habitat: Forestal, preferentially in borders and clearings. Also in open areas and meadows.

Feeding: Invertebrates. Sometimes, small amphibians and reptiles. Rarely, fruits.

Breeding: Cavities and burrows, on the ground or in trees (termite nests, natural holes, old nests of other birds) . 2-4 eggs. Nestling period 20-30 days.

Threat status: Not threatened.
3 / 35 species available
White-necked Puffbird
Notharchus hyperrhynchus
White-whiskered Puffbird
Malacoptila panamensis
Black-fronted Nunbird
Monasa nigrifrons