The natural habitat of this manakin is the subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest. It is usually found perched quietly or feeding at fruiting trees and bushes from understory to canopy. Male unmistakable: flame-red head, female notably drab, dull greenish with dull pinkish bill, dark legs. It is best identified by behavior, the male’s unusual courting method whereby he shuffles rapidly backwards across a branch, akin to a speedy moonwalk.