Pink-throated Becard
NamePink-throated Becard
Common NamePink-throated Becard
Scientific NamePachyramphus aglaiae
FamilyTityridae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)15.5
Weight (g)22.5
Plumage DetailsThe male Pink-throated Becard features a glossy black cap extending to the nape, a vivid rose-pink throat, and dark grey upperparts and underparts. Its wings are dark with subtle pale edging on the flight feathers, and it possesses a relatively stout, dark bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of soft, whistled notes, often described as a plaintive "swee-swee-swee" or "tew-tew-tew." They also produce a sharp "chip" call.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is found in Central America, ranging from southern Mexico (including the Yucatán Peninsula) south through Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and into western Panama.
Identifying Featuresblack cap, rose-pink throat (male), dark grey body (male), stout, dark bill, stocky build
Description
The Pink-throated Becard is a medium-sized, stocky bird inhabiting humid forests of Central America. Males are easily identified by their striking black cap, vibrant pink throat, and dark grey body. They typically forage in the mid-canopy, gleaning insects and occasionally consuming fruits.
