Glaucous-blue Grosbeak
NameGlaucous-blue Grosbeak
Common NameGlaucous-blue Grosbeak
Scientific NameCyanoloxia glaucocaerulea
FamilyCardinalidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)15
Weight (g)18
Plumage DetailsAdult males are entirely deep glaucous-blue, appearing somewhat dusky or purplish-blue depending on the light. The bill is dark, stout, and conical. Females are duller, brownish.
Vocalization / CallIts song is described as a series of clear, whistled notes, often accelerating and varying in pitch. Calls include sharp 'chip' notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in southeastern South America, primarily in northeastern Argentina, eastern Paraguay, and southern Brazil.
Identifying Featuresentirely glaucous-blue plumage (male), stout, conical dark bill, forest habitat, small to medium size
Description
The Glaucous-blue Grosbeak is a small, stocky songbird with a stout, conical bill. Males are entirely deep glaucous-blue, often appearing dusky in poor light, and are typically found foraging in the understory of forests.
