Olive-backed Euphonia
NameOlive-backed Euphonia
Common NameOlive-backed Euphonia
Scientific NameEuphonia gouldi
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)10
Weight (g)11
Plumage DetailsMales have olive-green upperparts, a bright yellow crown and forehead, black lores, and a vibrant orange-rufous lower breast and belly. Females are duller, mostly olive-green with a yellowish wash on the belly and lack the bright yellow crown.
Vocalization / CallTheir vocalizations include high-pitched, tinkling, and warbling songs, often delivered from the forest canopy. They also have various short, sharp calls.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Central America, ranging from southern Mexico through Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and into western Panama.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Stocky build, Short, conical bill, Male's bright yellow crown, Male's olive-green back, Male's orange-rufous belly
Description
The Olive-backed Euphonia is a small, stocky passerine bird found in Central America. Males are striking with olive-green plumage, a bright yellow crown, and an orange belly, while females are duller overall. They are typically found foraging for fruits in the canopy and subcanopy of forests.
