The Rufous-bellied Mountain Tanager is a robust species, known for its warm rufous underparts contrasting with a gray head and dark back. It lives in montane scrub.
Where to spot
Inhabits montane scrub, open woodlands, and forest edges, typically at high elevations in the Andes.
How to spot
Look for it in dense thickets and along forest edges. The rufous belly and gray head are key identification features.
When to spot
Active year-round. Best observed in the early morning or late afternoon when foraging.
Where to spot
Inhabits montane scrub, open woodlands, and forest edges, typically at high elevations in the Andes.
How to spot
Look for it in dense thickets and along forest edges. The rufous belly and gray head are key identification features.
When to spot
Active year-round. Best observed in the early morning or late afternoon when foraging.
Despite its 'tanager' classification, its robust bill and general appearance sometimes lead it to be confused with a saltator.
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