The Tawny-capped Euphonia is a small, vibrant finch found in humid montane forests of Central America. Males have iridescent blue-black upperparts, yellow underparts, and a distinctive tawny-orange cap.
Where to spot
Inhabits humid montane forests from Costa Rica and Panama to western Colombia and northwestern Ecuador.
How to spot
Search the mid to upper canopy of humid montane forests, particularly around fruiting trees. The male's tawny-orange cap against the blue-black body is a clear identifier. Listen for its high-pitched, clear, and often trilling calls.
When to spot
Resident throughout its range. Best observed during early morning or late afternoon when they are actively foraging for fruits in the forest canopy.
Where to spot
Inhabits humid montane forests from Costa Rica and Panama to western Colombia and northwestern Ecuador.
How to spot
Search the mid to upper canopy of humid montane forests, particularly around fruiting trees. The male's tawny-orange cap against the blue-black body is a clear identifier. Listen for its high-pitched, clear, and often trilling calls.
When to spot
Resident throughout its range. Best observed during early morning or late afternoon when they are actively foraging for fruits in the forest canopy.
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This species often joins mixed-species flocks in the forest canopy, benefiting from increased vigilance against predators and potentially more efficient foraging.
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