Velvet-fronted Euphonia
NameVelvet-fronted Euphonia
Common NameVelvet-fronted Euphonia
Scientific NameEuphonia concinna
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)10
Weight (g)11
Plumage DetailsMales exhibit glossy violet-blue to black on the head, throat, back, and wings, contrasting sharply with bright yellow underparts and a prominent yellow patch on the forehead/crown. Females are generally duller, olive-green with yellowish underparts.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched, tinkling, and whistling calls, often delivered in varied and complex songs.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Chocó biogeographic region, found in western Colombia and northwestern Ecuador.
Identifying Featuresglossy violet-blue upperparts, bright yellow underparts, yellow crown patch (male), small size, stocky build, short, conical bill
Description
A small, stocky songbird, the male Velvet-fronted Euphonia is striking with its glossy violet-blue upperparts and bright yellow underparts, complemented by a distinctive yellow crown patch. It typically forages in the canopy of tropical forests, feeding primarily on mistletoe berries.
