The Blue-breasted Tanager is a strikingly beautiful bird with a bright blue breast and face contrasting with its black wings and green back. It is a prized sighting in the Atlantic Forest.
Where to spot
Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil, primarily in coastal mountain ranges.
How to spot
Look for it in the mid-to-upper levels of humid forests and at forest edges. Its vibrant blue chest is a prominent field mark.
When to spot
Resident species, observable year-round. Best observed in the early morning.
Where to spot
Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil, primarily in coastal mountain ranges.
How to spot
Look for it in the mid-to-upper levels of humid forests and at forest edges. Its vibrant blue chest is a prominent field mark.
When to spot
Resident species, observable year-round. Best observed in the early morning.
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This tanager exhibits sexual dimorphism, with males showcasing more intense and widespread blue plumage, particularly on the breast, making them easily distinguishable from females.
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