Tawny-capped Euphonia
NameTawny-capped Euphonia
Common NameTawny-capped Euphonia
Scientific NameEuphonia anneae
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)17.5
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)13.5
Plumage DetailsMale: Tawny-orange cap, glossy black back, wings, and tail. Bright yellow throat, breast, and belly. Female: Olive-green upperparts, yellowish-olive underparts, duller tawny wash on crown.
Vocalization / CallHigh-pitched, thin, and often complex warbling or whistling songs. Calls include sharp 'chip' notes and buzzing sounds.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Central America, specifically from Costa Rica and Panama, extending into the extreme northwest of Colombia.
Identifying Featuressmall size, male's tawny-orange cap, male's glossy black upperparts, male's bright yellow underparts, stocky build
Description
This small, stocky songbird is known for its striking plumage. Males feature a bright tawny-orange cap, glossy black upperparts, and vibrant yellow underparts. They typically forage in the canopy and subcanopy of humid forests, feeding on small fruits and insects.
