Trumpeter

Trumpeter

The 3 species of trumpeter have long neck and legs. However, they reach only 28 inches in length. The Trumpeter has a small head and short beak. The plumage is soft and loose like that of an ostrich, perhaps suggesting a retained juvenile state. The plumage is predominantly black. This bird is unsuccessful at flying and will choose to swim or run when disturbed. Trumpeters are found in South America where they are tamed and eaten by the people of the Amazon. [BM] {FW}