Slate-colored Grosbeak
NameSlate-colored Grosbeak
Common NameSlate-colored Grosbeak
Scientific NameSaltator grossus
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)20.5
Weight (g)57.5
Plumage DetailsAdult males are uniformly dark slate-gray to black with a prominent, conical, bright coral-red bill and a small white patch on the throat. Females are similar but may be slightly duller.
Vocalization / CallThe song is a series of clear, rich, whistled notes, often melodious and sometimes trilled. Calls include sharp 'chip' notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in humid tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America, from Honduras south to Bolivia and Brazil.
Identifying Featuresbright red conical bill, dark slate-gray/black plumage, small white throat patch
Description
This robust tanager is characterized by its dark slate-gray to black plumage and strikingly bright coral-red bill. It typically forages in the understory and mid-story of humid tropical forests, often alone or in pairs.
