The Black-throated Grosbeak is a distinctive and somewhat uncommon songbird native to humid forests of southeastern South America. It is characterized by its sooty-black head and throat, contrasting with olive-green upperparts and a large, stout bill.
Where to spot
Found in southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina. Inhabits humid Atlantic Forest, particularly in mature or well-developed secondary forests.
How to spot
Look for its sooty-black head and throat contrasted with its olive body. It can be reclusive in dense forest. Listen for its loud, clear, whistled song, often a series of rapid notes that can be quite musical.
When to spot
Active year-round. Most vocal during the breeding season (typically September to February) and during early morning.
Where to spot
Found in southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina. Inhabits humid Atlantic Forest, particularly in mature or well-developed secondary forests.
How to spot
Look for its sooty-black head and throat contrasted with its olive body. It can be reclusive in dense forest. Listen for its loud, clear, whistled song, often a series of rapid notes that can be quite musical.
When to spot
Active year-round. Most vocal during the breeding season (typically September to February) and during early morning.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is often found in the mid-story and subcanopy of humid forests, where it forages for large insects and fruits, its dark plumage blending well with the shadows.
We use cookies to improve your experience on our website. Essential cookies are necessary for basic functionality, while analytical cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it.
Cookie Preferences
Customize your privacy settings
Choose which cookies you want to allow. Necessary cookies are always enabled for the basic functionality of the website. You can always change your preferences later via the cookie settings in the footer.
Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our website, so we can improve it.