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South America
Northern Jacamar
Jacamerops tombacea
About this species
The Northern Jacamar (Galbulidae) is widely distributed across South America, where it favours tropical environments and plays a key role in its ecosystem.
The Northern Jacamar is part of the order Galbuliformes and the Galbulidae family. Its preferred habitat is tropical, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of South America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Galbulidae family and Galbuliformes order.