The Golden-hooded Tanager is a spectacular and widely recognized species, famed for its brilliant golden-yellow head and black body with turquoise markings. It's a true jewel of the forest.
Where to spot
Widespread in humid lowland and foothill forests, forest edges, and mature secondary growth from Central America to western South America.
How to spot
Look for it in fruiting trees and at feeders. Its brilliant golden head contrasting with its black body is unmistakable.
When to spot
Active year-round. Most observable in the early morning and late afternoon when foraging for fruit.
Where to spot
Widespread in humid lowland and foothill forests, forest edges, and mature secondary growth from Central America to western South America.
How to spot
Look for it in fruiting trees and at feeders. Its brilliant golden head contrasting with its black body is unmistakable.
When to spot
Active year-round. Most observable in the early morning and late afternoon when foraging for fruit.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Often seen at fruit feeders in ecotourism lodges, making it one of the most accessible and popular tanagers to observe.
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