Greater ani, Cuckoo Bird, tropical South America, avian static shot

Birdwatching & Forest Surveillance.

This video clip captures a serene moment featuring a Greater Ani, a tropical bird known for its glossy black plumage and distinctive, sharp beak. The bird is perched on a tangled mass of branches amidst lush, vibrant green foliage that typifies the dense vegetation of the Amazon rainforest. Its feathers shimmer with iridescence as it shifts slightly, scanning its surroundings with keen eyes. The background is a rich tapestry of various shades of green, from the leaves nearby to the more subdued tones of distant plants. This shot highlights the bird's calm demeanor and the subtle interactions it has with its environment, providing a glimpse into the avian life of the Amazon.

Footage of Greater Ani Perched in the Lush Greenery of the Amazon.

This video clip, featuring a Greater Ani bird standing on tree branches, is filmed using state-of-the-art cameras by our professional videographers. The shot is available in both 2160p 4K and 1080p HD formats, offering unparalleled clarity and detail of the bird’s iridescent feathers and its subtle interactions with its natural surroundings. This footage is optimized for landscape displays with a 16:9 aspect ratio, capturing the dense foliage and vibrant greenery that characterize the bird's habitat. A portrait mode version is also provided in a 9:16 aspect ratio for enhanced compatibility with mobile devices and social media platforms like Instagram reels, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube shorts.

The Greater Ani, or Crotophaga major, is notable for its slender yet robust body, measuring around 48 cm in length. It has glossy black plumage, a long tail, and a distinctive large bill, which is curved and sharp at the tip. The bird's overall shape, captured in this video, reflects its adaptability to various environments, including swamps and riverside woodlands. The bird's dynamic and sociable nature, along with its unique appearance, makes this footage an excellent resource for educational content, bird-watching guides, and wildlife documentaries.