Blue-gray Tanager
NameBlue-gray Tanager
Common NameBlue-gray Tanager
Scientific NameThraupis episcopus
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)25
Length (cm)16.5
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly a soft blue-gray, with brighter, more vivid blue on the wing coverts and rump, creating a striking contrast. The belly is often paler, sometimes appearing whitish, and the bill and legs are dark.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of sharp 'chip' notes, soft 'seet' calls, and a pleasant, somewhat warbling song, often delivered from a prominent perch.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound from southern Mexico through Central America and much of South America, east of the Andes, extending south to northern Argentina.
Identifying FeaturesOverall blue-gray plumage, Bright blue wing patches, Dark eyes and bill, Common and conspicuous in its range
Description
The Blue-gray Tanager is a common and adaptable passerine bird found in Central and South America. It is typically seen foraging actively in trees and shrubs, often in pairs or small groups, consuming a varied diet of fruits and insects.
