Cinnamon-bellied Saltator
NameCinnamon-bellied Saltator
Common NameCinnamon-bellied Saltator
Scientific NameSaltator maximus
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)20.5
Weight (g)50
Plumage DetailsThe Cinnamon-bellied Saltator has a grey head with a prominent white supercilium (stripe above the eye) and a black mask extending from the lores through the eye. Its back and wings are olive-green, contrasting with a rich cinnamon-rufous color on its underparts, particularly the belly. The stout bill is dark.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a loud, rich, and melodious whistled song, often described as a series of clear, rising and falling notes, sometimes with a 'chew-chew-chew' quality. It also produces various chirps and calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread from southeastern Mexico through Central America and much of northern and central South America, extending south to Bolivia and southeastern Brazil.
Identifying Featureswhite supercilium, black mask, cinnamon belly, stout bill, olive-green back
Description
This medium-sized songbird is characterized by its striking plumage, featuring a grey head, black mask, and a distinctive cinnamon-colored belly. It is commonly found in forest edges, clearings, and gardens, where it forages for a varied diet of fruits, seeds, and insects. Known for its loud, melodious whistled song, it is a common and conspicuous species across its range.
