Golden-chested Tanager
NameGolden-chested Tanager
Common NameGolden-chested Tanager
Scientific NameBangsia rothschildi
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)23
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)27.5
Plumage DetailsAdult males are glossy blue-black over most of the body, contrasting sharply with a bright golden-yellow patch covering the throat and upper breast. Females are similar but often duller, with a less extensive or vibrant yellow patch.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of high-pitched, thin, slightly buzzy notes, often forming a simple, repetitive song.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the humid montane forests of the western Andes, found in southwestern Colombia and northwestern Ecuador.
Identifying Featuresbright golden-yellow chest patch, glossy blue-black body, dark, stout bill, small size
Description
The Golden-chested Tanager is a small, stocky bird known for its striking plumage. It typically inhabits the humid montane forests of the western Andes, foraging for fruits and insects in the understory and mid-story.
