The Black-and-gold Tanager is a striking species with brilliant golden-yellow plumage contrasting sharply with black wings and tail, and a black face. It is a resident of cloud forests.
Where to spot
Humid montane forests and cloud forests on the Caribbean slope of Costa Rica and Panama.
How to spot
Look for it in the mid-to-upper canopy. Its brilliant yellow and black pattern is very distinctive.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active in the early morning, often joining mixed-species flocks.
Where to spot
Humid montane forests and cloud forests on the Caribbean slope of Costa Rica and Panama.
How to spot
Look for it in the mid-to-upper canopy. Its brilliant yellow and black pattern is very distinctive.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active in the early morning, often joining mixed-species flocks.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The male's vibrant yellow body with stark black wings gives it a very clean and bold appearance, making it highly conspicuous.
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