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West Mexican Chachalaca - Ortalis poliocephala

Photo: Cloned Milkmen (https://www.flickr.com/photos/clonedmilkmen/6817151868); 2012 Feb 24; Mexico, Oaxaca; Huatulco; Adult;
Song: Voice similar to Rufous-bellied Chachalaca: loud, gruff, 4-5 syllable stuttering chatter, "kirr-i-i-krr" or "chak-a-lak-kk-ka", frequently given in rhythmic chanting chorus. Also, high squeaking "sweep" whistles rising in pitch and intensity.
Sound: Erick González-Medina; 2005 Nov 15; Mexico, Sinaloa; Cacaxtla; Adult; Primary Sound; Warning song;

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