Black-headed Saltator
NameBlack-headed Saltator
Common NameBlack-headed Saltator
Scientific NameSaltator atriceps
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)22
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsAdults feature a prominent black head and throat, contrasted by a broad white supercilium and a white moustachial stripe. The back and wings are olive-green, with a yellowish wash on the flight feathers and tail, while the underparts are gray, often with rufous tinges on the flanks.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a series of clear, whistled notes, often described as 'chew-chew-chew' or 'chip-chip-chip-chip-chip-chip-chew'. It also produces various chirps and chattering calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeResident from southeastern Mexico through Central America to northern Colombia and northwestern Venezuela.
Identifying Featuresblack head and throat, prominent white supercilium, stout black bill, olive-green back and wings, gray underparts
Description
The Black-headed Saltator is a medium-sized songbird characterized by its striking black head and olive-green back. It typically forages in the understory and mid-story of humid forests and forest edges, often found in pairs or small groups.
