Thick-billed Euphonia
NameThick-billed Euphonia
Common NameThick-billed Euphonia
Scientific NameEuphonia laniirostris
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)15
Plumage DetailsThe male Thick-billed Euphonia has a bright yellow crown, forehead, and entire underparts. Its upperparts, including the nape, back, wings, and tail, are a glossy purplish-blue to black. The bill is stout and dark.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations are varied, often described as thin, high-pitched, tinkling, or buzzing notes. They commonly produce a characteristic 'tsee-tsee-tsee' or 'swee-swee-swee' call, alongside more complex, warbling songs.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Central and South America, ranging from Costa Rica south through Panama, western Colombia, western Ecuador, and northwestern Peru.
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow crown and underparts (male), Glossy purplish-blue upperparts (male), Relatively thick, dark bill, Small size, Often seen feeding on mistletoe berries
Description
This small, stocky songbird is characterized by its relatively thick bill and vibrant plumage. Males display a striking contrast of bright yellow and glossy purplish-blue, while females are duller olive-green. They are typically found foraging for fruits, especially mistletoe berries, in forest edges and clearings.
