The Opal-crowned Tanager is a spectacular bird known for its brilliant, iridescent crown that shifts from blue to green. Its overall plumage is a mix of black, yellow, and various shades of blue.
Where to spot
Humid montane forests of the Andes, primarily in Colombia, Ecuador, and northern Peru, typically at mid-elevations.
How to spot
Look for it in mixed-species flocks moving through the forest canopy. Pay close attention to its unique, glowing crown, which is the most definitive field mark.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best seen during the active morning hours when foraging for insects and fruit.
Where to spot
Humid montane forests of the Andes, primarily in Colombia, Ecuador, and northern Peru, typically at mid-elevations.
How to spot
Look for it in mixed-species flocks moving through the forest canopy. Pay close attention to its unique, glowing crown, which is the most definitive field mark.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best seen during the active morning hours when foraging for insects and fruit.
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Wikimedia Commons
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The iridescent crown acts like a tiny, living gem, and is particularly striking when seen in good light, a feature that distinguishes it from other similar tanager species.
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