Golden-hooded Tanager
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NameGolden-hooded Tanager
Common NameGolden-hooded Tanager
Scientific NameStilpnia larvata
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)19
Plumage DetailsThis species features a brilliant golden crown and nape, contrasting with a prominent black facial mask that extends to the throat. The body plumage is largely iridescent blue-green, with darker wings edged in blue-green, and a distinctive orange patch on the sides of the neck/throat.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of high-pitched, thin, sibilant notes, often delivered as a series of 'tseet' or 'sisisisi' calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatshumid forest, forest edge, secondary growth, plantations
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Central America, ranging from southeastern Mexico south through Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama, extending into northwestern South America in Colombia and Ecuador.
Identifying Featuresgolden hood, black facial mask, iridescent blue-green body, orange throat patch, small size
Description
The Golden-hooded Tanager is a small, vibrantly colored passerine bird known for its striking plumage. It typically forages for fruits and insects in the canopy and subcanopy of humid tropical forests.
