Orange-bellied Euphonia
NameOrange-bellied Euphonia
Common NameOrange-bellied Euphonia
Scientific NameEuphonia xanthogaster
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)10
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsMale plumage features a glossy black head, throat, and upper breast, with a bright yellow crown patch. The upperparts (mantle, back, wings, tail) are iridescent dark blue, contrasting with bright orange-yellow underparts from the lower breast to the undertail coverts.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched, thin, and tinkling notes, often delivered as a rapid series of 'chip' or 'tsip' calls, and short, sweet whistles.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across the Amazon basin and adjacent areas of South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, and Venezuela.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Males: Bright yellow crown patch, Males: Glossy black head and upper breast, Males: Iridescent dark blue back, Males: Bright orange-yellow belly
Description
This small, stocky bird is known for its vibrant plumage. Males display a striking combination of glossy black, iridescent blue, and bright orange-yellow. They are typically found foraging for fruits in the canopy of tropical forests.
