The Chestnut-winged Chachalaca occurs in lowlands of northwestern Colombia. Its chestnut wings and long tail stand out, and it is common in scrub and riparian woodland.
It has a relatively long neck and tail, strong legs, and short rounded wings. The head is rufous, the flight feathers are chestnut, the throat has a red patch, and the belly is pale.
Chestnut-winged Chachalacas in Colombia were observed eating fruit, leaves and insects.
InApril2012, researchers found one nest in dense scrub near the LaVirgen wetland basin at Cartagena. Small branches formed a shallow platform about2m above ground, supported by trees and tangled vines; it held four cream-coloured eggs.
IUCN Red List (BirdLife listing) · Least Concern · Global
BirdLife lists Least Concern globally. The2012 report describes2011 surveys that found more groups at more heavily forested Colosó than at altered ElRoble. Retaining feeding and nesting vegetation is relevant to regional habitat conservation.