About Rhinopomastus cyanomelas (Vieillot, 1819)
Adult Size and Weight
Adults of Rhinopomastus cyanomelas weigh roughly 35 grams and measure 26 cm in length.
Beak Coloration by Age
Adult individuals have black beaks, while juveniles have grey beaks.
Body Coloration by Sex and Age
Females and juveniles have more brown coloration on the front of their bodies.
Diet and Beak Adaptation
This species feeds almost entirely on insects that live behind tree bark, which explains the evolution of its probing beak.
