Horned Screamer look-alikes
Anhima cornuta
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Southern Screamer
Chauna torquata
Key differences
The Southern Screamer lacks the prominent horn on its head. It has a grey head with a black collar and a reddish patch on the nape, and a more extensive white area on the face and neck. Its calls are also distinct, though similarly loud.
Northern Screamer
Chauna chavaria
Key differences
The Northern Screamer (also known as Black-necked Screamer) also lacks the horn. It has a black neck and head with a white patch on the cheeks. Its range is more restricted to northern South America.
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