Bay-headed Tanager
NameBay-headed Tanager
Common NameBay-headed Tanager
Scientific NameTangara gyrola
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)20
Plumage DetailsAdults feature a rich reddish-brown (bay) head, bright emerald green on the back, wings, and upper tail. The throat and underparts are a vivid turquoise-blue, contrasting sharply with the head and back. The bill is dark, and the legs are grayish.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched, thin 'seet' or 'tsip' notes, often given in a rapid series. They also produce a soft, chattering song.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread in Central and South America, ranging from Costa Rica and Panama through Colombia, Venezuela, the Guianas, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.
Identifying Featuresbay-colored head, bright green back, turquoise-blue underparts, small size
Description
The Bay-headed Tanager is a small, vibrantly colored bird found in humid forests. It is easily identified by its distinctive reddish-brown head, bright green back, and striking turquoise-blue underparts. These active birds typically forage in the canopy and mid-story for fruits and insects.
