Golden-hooded Tanager
NameGolden-hooded Tanager
Common NameGolden-hooded Tanager
Scientific NameTangara larvata
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)18.5
Plumage DetailsThe plumage features a brilliant golden-yellow hood covering the crown and nape, bordered by a black mask extending from the lores through the eye. The back, throat, and breast are velvety black. The lower back and rump are a striking turquoise-blue, while the wings are black with bright blue edgings on the coverts and tertials. The belly is white.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched, thin, sibilant 'tsit' or 'seet' notes, often given in a rapid series. They also produce a soft, chattering song.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatstropical moist lowland forest, subtropical moist lowland forest, forest edge, secondary growth, plantations, gardens
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Golden-hooded Tanager is found in Central America, from southeastern Mexico (Chiapas) south through Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama, extending into northwestern Colombia and western Ecuador.
Identifying Featuresgolden-yellow hood, black face mask, velvety black body, bright turquoise-blue rump and wing patches, white belly
Description
The Golden-hooded Tanager is a small, strikingly colorful bird found in humid tropical forests. It is known for its vibrant plumage, featuring a bright golden-yellow hood contrasting with a black face mask and body. This species typically forages for fruits and insects in the canopy and mid-story.
