Chachalaca Bird Magnets
Description: "Close-up of a Chachalaca" I was walking the trails at the National Butterfly Center in Mission, Texas, when this Plain Chachalaca landed right beside me. So close that I couldn't get it completely, so I settled for a profile portrait. As for getting photos of butterflies that day, well, I wasn't as fortunate. Photographed at the National Butterfly Center, a private nature preserve operated by the North American Butterfly Association that serves as an outdoor butterfly conservatory. It is located adjacent to Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park, near the city of Mission, Texas. It might be for the butterflies, but the area also attracts many birds. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved 20260327_DSC15
Description: "Chachalaca with Spectacular Tail Feathers" I sat down on a bench along the walking trail and was very surprised by my visitor, the Plain Chachalaca, especially when it fanned its tail. Photographed at the National Butterfly Center, a private nature preserve operated by the North American Butterfly Association that serves as an outdoor butterfly conservatory. It is located adjacent to Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park, near the city of Mission, Texas. It might be for the butterflies, but the area also attracts many birds. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved 20260327_DSC1617 A close-up of a bird with striking tail feathers spread open against a blurred green background. The bird's plumage has a lo
Description: Plain Chachalaca (Ortalis vetula), also known as the chachalaca or Mexican chachalaca, rests on a rustic branch in this tropical bird artwork. A charming wildlife piece for bird lovers, nature decor, ornithology art collectors, and fans of Central American and South Texas birds.
