Violaceous Euphonia
NameViolaceous Euphonia
Common NameViolaceous Euphonia
Scientific NameEuphonia violacea
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsAdult males have glossy violaceous blue-black upperparts, throat, and sides of the head, contrasting with a bright golden-yellow forehead, crown, and underparts. Females are duller, mostly olive-green with a grayish belly.
Vocalization / CallTheir vocalizations include a variety of high-pitched, clear, whistled notes, often delivered in a rapid, jumbled series. They also produce buzzing or chattering calls.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in eastern South America, including eastern Brazil, Paraguay, northeastern Argentina, and Uruguay.
Identifying FeaturesGlossy violaceous blue-black upperparts (male), Bright golden-yellow underparts and crown (male), Small, stocky build, Short, conical bill
Description
A small, stocky songbird, the male Violaceous Euphonia is striking with its glossy blue-black upperparts and bright yellow underparts and crown. They are typically found foraging for fruits in the canopy of humid forests, often in pairs or small groups.
