Head to head
Blue-crowned Manakin vs Golden-collared Manakin
Blue-crowned Manakin
VS Golden-collared Manakin
Both are small manakins that display at traditional leks, but one adds a percussive sound effect to its courtship routine.
| Blue-crowned Manakin | Golden-collared Manakin | |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific name | Lepidothrix coronata | Manacus vitellinus |
| Conservation status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Distinguishing feature | Vivid blue crown patch | Bright yellow collar |
| Body colour | Glossy black with blue crown | Olive-green back |
| Signature sound | Silent lek display | Mechanical wing-snap sound |
| Range | Amazon basin | Panama and northwestern Colombia |
| Habitat | Rainforest understory | Forest understory |
| Diet | Small fruit and insects | Small fruit and insects |
Blue-crowned Manakin vs Golden-collared Manakin: common questions
Which manakin produces a mechanical sound during courtship?
The golden-collared manakin does, snapping specialized wing feathers together to produce a sharp cracking sound, a trait not shared by the blue-crowned manakin.
How can you tell these two manakins apart?
The blue-crowned manakin shows a vivid blue crown patch against a glossy black body, while the golden-collared manakin displays a bright yellow collar against an olive-green back.
Do both manakins share the same range?
No, the blue-crowned manakin is found across the Amazon basin, while the golden-collared manakin is restricted to Panama and northwestern Colombia.