Red-and-black Grosbeak
NameRed-and-black Grosbeak
Common NameRed-and-black Grosbeak
Scientific NamePeriporphyrus erythromelas
FamilyCardinalidae
Wingspan (cm)29
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)55
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a glossy black head, throat, and upper breast, sharply contrasting with a brilliant crimson-red plumage covering the rest of the body, wings, and tail. The bill is stout and pale gray.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of clear, whistled notes, often rising and falling in pitch, and sometimes a harsh, churring call.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Guianas (Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana) and northeastern Brazil, primarily in the Amazon basin.
Identifying FeaturesGlossy black head, Vibrant crimson-red body, Stout, pale gray conical bill, Stocky build
Description
This striking grosbeak is characterized by the male's vibrant crimson-red body contrasting with a glossy black head. It is a stocky, medium-sized bird typically found foraging in the understory and mid-story of humid lowland forests.
