White-vented Euphonia
NameWhite-vented Euphonia
Common NameWhite-vented Euphonia
Scientific NameEuphonia minuta
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)14
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsMales have glossy blue-black upperparts, head, and throat, contrasted by a bright yellow forehead patch and bright yellow underparts. A key feature is the white vent (undertail coverts). Females are duller, with olive-green upperparts, a grayish throat, and duller yellow underparts.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of soft, tinkling, or buzzing notes, as well as a rapid, high-pitched, and somewhat jumbled song.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe White-vented Euphonia is found in Central and South America, ranging from southern Mexico through Central America to northern South America, including parts of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Male's glossy blue-black and bright yellow plumage, Yellow forehead patch on male, White vent (undertail coverts) on male, Frequents fruiting trees, especially mistletoe
Description
This small, stocky tanager is known for its vibrant plumage, with males displaying glossy blue-black and bright yellow. They are active birds, typically found foraging for small fruits, especially mistletoe berries, in the canopy and mid-story of humid forests.
