Black-chested Fruiteater
NameBlack-chested Fruiteater
Common NameBlack-chested Fruiteater
Scientific NamePipreola lubomirskii
FamilyCotingidae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)17.5
Weight (g)45
Plumage DetailsMales have a glossy black head, throat, and upper chest, contrasting sharply with a bright emerald green back, wings, and tail. Their lower breast and belly are a vivid yellow. They possess a distinctive orange-red bill and yellow eyes. Females are generally duller, mostly green with a paler green throat and yellowish belly, lacking the male's prominent black and bright yellow markings.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a series of thin, high-pitched, whistled notes, often described as 'swee-swee-swee' or 'pee-pee-pee-pee-pee'.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to the Andes mountain range, found in southern Colombia and northern Ecuador.
Identifying FeaturesMale's glossy black head and chest, Male's bright emerald green back, Male's vivid yellow belly, Orange-red bill, Yellow eyes, Female's overall green plumage with yellowish belly
Description
The Black-chested Fruiteater is a small, stocky passerine bird known for the male's striking plumage. Males feature a glossy black head and chest, bright green back, and vivid yellow belly, while females are predominantly green. This species inhabits humid montane forests, where it primarily feeds on fruits.
