Crimson-collared Grosbeak
NameCrimson-collared Grosbeak
Common NameCrimson-collared Grosbeak
Scientific NameRhodothraupis celaeno
FamilyCardinalidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)21.5
Weight (g)50
Plumage DetailsMales are glossy black with a broad, bright crimson collar that extends across the breast and belly. Females are duller, olive-brown above, with a paler, yellowish-olive throat and breast, and a duller reddish wash on the belly. Both sexes possess a prominent, thick, conical bill.
Vocalization / CallThe song is a rich, varied series of whistles and trills. Calls include sharp 'chip' notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the humid montane forests of eastern Mexico, primarily found in the Sierra Madre Oriental.
Identifying FeaturesThick, conical bill, Male: Glossy black plumage with bright crimson collar and belly, Female: Olive-brown with duller reddish wash, Found in montane forests of eastern Mexico
Description
The Crimson-collared Grosbeak is a striking medium-sized songbird known for its thick, conical bill. Males display a vibrant crimson collar and belly against a glossy black body, while females are duller olive-brown. This species typically inhabits humid montane forests, where it forages for a diet of seeds, fruits, and insects.
