Silver-backed Tanager
Silver-backed Tanager
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The Silver-backed Tanager is a handsome species, characterized by its glossy black plumage with a shimmering silver-blue back. It inhabits montane forests.
Where to spot
Found in humid montane forests and cloud forests, primarily at moderate to high elevations in the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador.
How to spot
Look for it in the mid-story and canopy, often with mixed-species flocks. The silver-blue back is a key field mark.
When to spot
Active year-round. Best observed in the early morning when foraging.
Where to spot
Found in humid montane forests and cloud forests, primarily at moderate to high elevations in the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador.
How to spot
Look for it in the mid-story and canopy, often with mixed-species flocks. The silver-blue back is a key field mark.
When to spot
Active year-round. Best observed in the early morning when foraging.
Credits:
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The silvery sheen on its back is a unique and subtle feature, often requiring good light to be fully appreciated.
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