The Slaty Tanager is a robust, relatively plain tanager with overall slate-gray plumage, a somewhat rufous-tinged crown, and a stout bill. It inhabits high-elevation forests.
Where to spot
Found in humid montane forests of the Andes, from northern Colombia south through Ecuador and Peru.
How to spot
Look in the mid-story to canopy of humid montane forests, often within mixed-species foraging flocks. Its plain plumage makes it somewhat inconspicuous, so observing flock movements is helpful.
When to spot
A resident species, observable year-round in its range. Best observed in the mornings.
Where to spot
Found in humid montane forests of the Andes, from northern Colombia south through Ecuador and Peru.
How to spot
Look in the mid-story to canopy of humid montane forests, often within mixed-species foraging flocks. Its plain plumage makes it somewhat inconspicuous, so observing flock movements is helpful.
When to spot
A resident species, observable year-round in its range. Best observed in the mornings.
This species is known to forage actively by gleaning insects from foliage and bark in the mid-story and canopy of humid montane forests.
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