Yellow-winged Tanager
NameYellow-winged Tanager
Common NameYellow-winged Tanager
Scientific NameThraupis abbas
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)17
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsThe head and nape are a vibrant cerulean blue, contrasting with the duller grayish-blue back and underparts. Its wings are black, featuring a distinctive bright yellow patch on the primaries and secondaries, which is clearly visible even when the wing is folded. The bill and legs are dark.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of a series of high-pitched, thin, reedy notes, often forming a rapid, chattering song.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is found in Central America, ranging from southern Mexico through Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras, south to Nicaragua.
Identifying FeaturesBright blue head and nape, Grayish-blue body plumage, Prominent bright yellow patch on black wings, Dark bill and legs
Description
The Yellow-winged Tanager is a medium-sized songbird characterized by its striking blue head and grayish body. It is often observed foraging for fruits and insects in open woodlands and forest edges, sometimes venturing into urban gardens.
