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Flame-colored Tanager

Flame-colored Tanager

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The Flame-colored Tanager is a spectacularly colored bird found in highland forests, with males exhibiting brilliant orange and black plumage with white wing bars. It's a true gem of the neotropics.
Where to spot
Found in humid montane forests and pine-oak woodlands from Mexico south through Central America to northern Panama.
How to spot
Look in the mid-story and canopy of montane forests, often near forest edges or clearings. They forage actively for insects and fruits. Listen for their loud, musical song, often described as a series of whistles.
When to spot
A resident species throughout its range, so it can be observed year-round. Early mornings are best for activity.
File:Flame-colored Tanager. Female. Piranga bidentata - Flickr - gailhampshire.jpg
File:Flame-colored Tanager. Male. Piranga bidentata - Flickr - gailhampshire.jpg
File:Flame-colored Tanager (Piranga bidentata) (5198912360).jpg
File:Flame-colored Tanager (Piranga bidentata) (5771966551).jpg
File:Flame-colored Tanager Piranga bidentata Arizona (16275116669).jpg
File:Flame-colored Tanager Piranga bidentata Arizona (16435378916).jpg
File:Flame-colored Tanager male (Piranga bidentata).jpg
File:Flame-colored Tanager. Female. Piranga bidentata - Flickr - gailhampshire.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Flame-colored Tanager. Male. Piranga bidentata - Flickr - gailhampshire.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Flame-colored Tanager (Piranga bidentata) (5198912360).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Flame-colored Tanager (Piranga bidentata) (5771966551).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Flame-colored Tanager Piranga bidentata Arizona (16275116669).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Flame-colored Tanager Piranga bidentata Arizona (16435378916).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Flame-colored Tanager male (Piranga bidentata).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is known for its complex and varied vocalizations, including a rich, whistled song and a variety of sharp, distinctive calls, which can help in identification.
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