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Great Curassow Collection

The Great Curassow, also known as Crax rubra, is a magnificent bird species found in the beautiful country of Costa Rica

Background imageGreat Curassow Collection: Great curassow, Crax rubra (vulnerable) and western tragopan, Tragopan melanocephalus (vulnerable)

Great curassow, Crax rubra (vulnerable) and western tragopan, Tragopan melanocephalus (vulnerable)
FLO4685142 Great curassow, Crax rubra (vulnerable) and western tragopan, Tragopan melanocephalus (vulnerable). Handcoloured engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles

Background imageGreat Curassow Collection: Kalij pheasant, Lophura leucomelanos 1, great curassow, Crax rubra, male 2, female 3

Kalij pheasant, Lophura leucomelanos 1, great curassow, Crax rubra, male 2, female 3, endangered helmeted curassow
FLO4568996 Kalij pheasant, Lophura leucomelanos 1, great curassow, Crax rubra, male 2, female 3, endangered helmeted curassow, Pauxi pauxi 4, and band-tailed guan, Penelope argyrotis 5

Background imageGreat Curassow Collection: Great curassow (Crax rubra), Costa Rica

Great curassow (Crax rubra), Costa Rica

Background imageGreat Curassow Collection: Central America, Costa Rica, female great curassow (Crax rubra)

Central America, Costa Rica, female great curassow (Crax rubra)

Background imageGreat Curassow Collection: Pair of Great curassow (Crax rubra), La Selva Biological Station, Costa Rica

Pair of Great curassow (Crax rubra), La Selva Biological Station, Costa Rica

Background imageGreat Curassow Collection: Great Curassow, 1863-79 (colour litho)

Great Curassow, 1863-79 (colour litho)
1001142 Great Curassow, 1863-79 (colour litho) by Petraroja, Raimundo (fl.1863-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Atlante zoologico popolare)

Background imageGreat Curassow Collection: Hen-like birds of hot countries (coloured engraving)

Hen-like birds of hot countries (coloured engraving)
998302 Hen-like birds of hot countries (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Background imageGreat Curassow Collection: Costa Rica, Arenal. Female great currassow bird close-up

Costa Rica, Arenal. Female great currassow bird close-up. Credit as: Cathy & Gordon Illg / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

Background imageGreat Curassow Collection: Great Curassow Crax rubra female La Selva Costa Rica

Great Curassow Crax rubra female La Selva Costa Rica

Background imageGreat Curassow Collection: Great Curassow Crax rubra male La Selva Costa Rica

Great Curassow Crax rubra male La Selva Costa Rica

Background imageGreat Curassow Collection: Great Curassow Crax rubra female Tikal Guatemala

Great Curassow Crax rubra female Tikal Guatemala

Background imageGreat Curassow Collection: Great Curassow (barred morph) Costa Rica

Great Curassow (barred morph) Costa Rica

Background imageGreat Curassow Collection: Great Curassow (Crax rubra) Costa Rica

Great Curassow (Crax rubra) Costa Rica


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The Great Curassow, also known as Crax rubra, is a magnificent bird species found in the beautiful country of Costa Rica. With its vibrant plumage and striking appearance, it is truly a sight to behold. In Central America's lush rainforests, particularly in Costa Rica and Guatemala, you can spot the female Great Curassow gracefully roaming around. These females are known for their elegant presence and contribute to the diversity of wildlife in these regions. At La Selva Biological Station in Costa Rica, a pair of they can be seen majestically perched on tree branches. Their regal stature and colorful feathers make them stand out amidst the greenery surrounding them. Dating back to 1863-79, there exists a captivating color lithograph showcasing this remarkable bird species. The artwork depicts Hen-like birds from hot countries with intricate details that highlight their unique features. Arenal in Costa Rica offers an up-close encounter with a female Great Curassow. This close-up view allows us to appreciate the fine details of her feathers and marvel at her beauty. Tikal in Guatemala is another location where you may come across a female Great Curassow. Its presence adds charm to this ancient Mayan city while providing visitors with an opportunity to witness nature's wonders firsthand. Some individuals possess a barred morph variation within the Great Curassow species. In Costa Rica, one such specimen showcases this distinctive pattern on its feathers. It serves as a reminder of how diverse nature can be even within one species.