Golden-hooded Tanager
NameGolden-hooded Tanager
Common NameGolden-hooded Tanager
Scientific NameTangara larvata
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)18.5
Plumage DetailsFeatures a brilliant golden-yellow hood, an iridescent blue-green mask around the eyes and nape, a black throat and upper breast, and bright blue on the back, rump, and wings. The lower breast and belly are white.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched, thin, and sibilant 'tsit' or 'seet' notes, often given in a rapid series while foraging.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatstropical forest, subtropical forest, forest edge, secondary growth, plantations
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound from southern Mexico through Central America (Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama) to northwestern Colombia and western Ecuador.
Identifying Featuresgolden-yellow hood, iridescent blue-green face mask, black throat and upper breast, bright blue back and wings, white belly
Description
The Golden-hooded Tanager is a small, vibrantly colored bird found in tropical forests. It is known for its striking iridescent golden head and bright blue body plumage, often seen foraging for fruits and insects in the canopy.
