Emerald Tanager
Emerald Tanager
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The Emerald Tanager is a small, vibrant bird primarily iridescent emerald-green, with contrasting black and yellow markings. It is a resident of humid tropical forests.
Where to spot
Humid foothill and lower montane forests from Costa Rica and Panama south to western Ecuador.
How to spot
Look for it in mixed-species flocks in the mid-to-upper canopy. Its brilliant green can blend surprisingly well with the foliage, so patience and good light are helpful.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during morning activity.
Where to spot
Humid foothill and lower montane forests from Costa Rica and Panama south to western Ecuador.
How to spot
Look for it in mixed-species flocks in the mid-to-upper canopy. Its brilliant green can blend surprisingly well with the foliage, so patience and good light are helpful.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during morning activity.
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The dazzling emerald green plumage is highly iridescent, shimmering and changing hue with shifts in light, making it truly live up to its name.
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