Orange-crowned Euphonia
NameOrange-crowned Euphonia
Common NameOrange-crowned Euphonia
Scientific NameEuphonia xanthogaster
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)12
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsMales have a glossy purplish-black back, wings, tail, and throat. The crown is a vibrant yellow, extending slightly onto the forehead. The rest of the underparts are a bright orange-yellow. Females are duller, mostly olive-green with a yellowish belly.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched, thin, and tinkling notes, often delivered as a series of clear whistles or a rapid 'chip-chip-chip' call.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in South America, specifically in parts of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, and Venezuela, inhabiting humid lowland and montane forests.
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow crown (male), Glossy purplish-black upperparts and throat (male), Bright orange-yellow underparts (male), Small size, Short, conical bill
Description
This small, brightly colored bird is characterized by the male's striking yellow crown and underparts contrasting with a glossy purplish-black back. It typically forages in the canopy and subcanopy of humid forests, primarily feeding on fruits.
