Puerto Rican Spindalis
NamePuerto Rican Spindalis
Common NamePuerto Rican Spindalis
Scientific NameSpindalis portoricensis
FamilySpindalidae
Wingspan (cm)21.5
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)22
Plumage DetailsMales feature a black head with prominent white stripes above and below the eye, a bright orange-yellow throat and breast, and a vibrant yellow belly. The back is olive-green, with dark wings and tail edged in white. Females are duller, with a grayish head and olive-yellow underparts.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a series of high-pitched, somewhat buzzy or sibilant notes, often described as 'swee-swee-swee' or 'chip-chip-chip'. It also gives various chirps and calls.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Puerto Rico.
Identifying Featuresblack and white striped head pattern, bright yellow underparts (males), orange throat patch (males), olive-green back, endemic to Puerto Rico
Description
The Puerto Rican Spindalis is a small, colorful passerine endemic to Puerto Rico. Males are striking with a black, white, and yellow head pattern, bright yellow underparts, and an olive-green back. They are typically found foraging for fruits and insects in the forest canopy.
