Lesser Antillean Euphonia
NameLesser Antillean Euphonia
Common NameLesser Antillean Euphonia
Scientific NameEuphonia musica
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)13
Plumage DetailsMales feature a distinctive blue-grey crown and nape, a bright yellow forehead patch, olive-green upperparts, and vibrant yellow underparts. Females are generally duller, predominantly olive-green with a yellowish belly.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a varied and musical song, often described as a series of clear, whistling notes interspersed with buzzing or chattering sounds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Lesser Antilles, found on islands including Guadeloupe, Dominica, Martinique, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent, and Grenada, typically in humid montane forests and cultivated areas.
Identifying Featuresblue-grey cap, yellow forehead patch, olive-green back, bright yellow underparts (male), small size, short, conical bill
Description
A small, brightly colored songbird endemic to the Lesser Antilles, known for its striking plumage. It typically forages in the canopy of humid forests, feeding primarily on fruits and insects.
