Anhimidae (Screamers)
Order Anseriformes
3 species in 2 genera

Size: Between 76 cm (Northern Screamer, Chauna chavaria) and 95 cm (Southern Screamer, Chauna torquata).

Distribution: Neotropical Region.

Habitat: Flooded open areas.

Feeding: Vegetables.

Breeding: The nest is an accumulation of vegetal material in the water or close to it. 2-7 eggs. Incubation 40-45 days.

Threat status: No threatened species.
1 / 3 species available
Southern Screamer
Chauna torquata