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Black-crowned Palm-Tanager

Black-crowned Palm-Tanager

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The Black-crowned Palm-Tanager is a distinctive endemic of Hispaniola, known for its contrasting black crown and yellow underparts. It is primarily found in a variety of wooded habitats.
Where to spot
Endemic to the island of Hispaniola (Haiti and Dominican Republic), including Ile de la Gonâve. It inhabits a wide range of wooded habitats, including dry forests, moist forests, pine forests, and suburban gardens, especially areas with palms.
How to spot
Look for its glossy black crown and nape, olive-green back, and bright yellow underparts. It often forages in the middle to upper levels of trees. Listen for its clear, whistled calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round on Hispaniola. Active throughout the day, often seen moving through tree canopies.
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File:Black-crowned Tanager (Phaenicophilus palmarum) (8082785999).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-crowned Tanager (Phaenicophilus palmarum) (8082791764).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-crowned Tanager (Phaenicophilus palmarum) (8082795900).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-crowned Tanager (Phaenicophilus palmarum) (8082799666).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This tanager is often seen foraging in palm trees, which gives it its common name, searching for fruits and insects among the fronds.
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