Turquoise Dacnis
NameTurquoise Dacnis
Common NameTurquoise Dacnis
Scientific NameDacnis cayana
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)13
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsMales are striking with a bright turquoise-blue body, a black mask extending from the lores through the eye, a black back, black wings with blue edging, and a black tail. Females are duller, primarily green with a bluish head and throat.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched, thin, and sibilant notes, often a series of 'tseet' or 'tsip' calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Central and South America, ranging from southern Mexico through Central America and across much of tropical South America, south to Bolivia and northern Argentina.
Identifying FeaturesBrilliant turquoise-blue plumage (male), Black mask (male), Black back (male), Small size, Slender, pointed bill
Description
The Turquoise Dacnis is a small, vibrant bird known for the male's brilliant turquoise-blue plumage. It typically forages in the canopy of tropical and subtropical forests, feeding on a mix of fruits, insects, and nectar.
