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Red-capped Cardinal

Red-capped Cardinal

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The Yellow-billed Cardinal is a handsome species from the Neotropics, characterized by its bright red head and black bib, complemented by a stout, yellowish bill.
Where to spot
Found in northern South America, extending from eastern Colombia and Venezuela through the Guianas and northern Brazil, south to eastern Peru and northern Bolivia. Inhabits open areas near water, riparian zones, and semi-open woodlands.
How to spot
Look along the edges of rivers, lakes, and marshes. They often perch on low branches or forage on the ground. Their yellowish bill is a key identification mark. Listen for their clear, whistled song.
When to spot
Observable year-round in its range. Best observed in the early morning or late afternoon.
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File:Red-capped cardinal (Paroaria gularis gularis) in flight Rio Napo.jpg
File:Paroaria gularis, Red-capped Cardinal.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Paroaria gularis, Red-capped Cardinal (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Paroaria gularis 381609562.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Paroaria gularis Red-capped Cardinal (18395086479).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Paroaria gularis Red-capped Cardinal (18548030191).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-capped cardinal (Paroaria gularis gularis) in flight Rio Napo.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Despite its common name, the Yellow-billed Cardinal is a tanager and is not closely related to the true cardinals (family Cardinalidae). Its bill color is a key distinguishing feature from similar species.
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