Gray-and-gold Tanager
NameGray-and-gold Tanager
Common NameGray-and-gold Tanager
Scientific NameTangara palmeri
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)20
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is characterized by a black crown and face, a contrasting white nape and throat, and a gray back and underparts. The wings are black with prominent white edgings on the coverts and secondaries, creating a scaled pattern. The tail is dark gray to black.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of high-pitched, thin, sibilant notes, often described as a series of 'tsit' or 'seet' calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the humid montane forests of western Colombia and northwestern Ecuador, primarily within the Chocó biogeographic region.
Identifying FeaturesBlack head with white nape and throat, Gray body, Black wings with white scaled pattern, Small size, Found in humid montane forests of western Colombia and northwestern Ecuador
Description
This striking tanager features a black head, white nape, and gray body with black wings adorned with white scaling. It typically forages in the canopy and subcanopy of humid montane forests, feeding on both fruits and insects.
