Velvet-fronted Euphonia
Velvet-fronted Euphonia
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The Velvet-fronted Euphonia is a small, colorful finch endemic to a specific region of Colombia. Males are characterized by iridescent blue-black upperparts, bright yellow underparts, and a distinct velvety black forehead.
Where to spot
Endemic to the humid foothills and lower montane forests of the Magdalena Valley in Colombia, typically at elevations between 300-1,500 meters (1,000-4,900 feet).
How to spot
Search the mid-to-upper canopy of humid forests and forest edges. The male's glossy black and yellow plumage with the distinctive black forehead are key. Listen for its high-pitched, somewhat buzzing calls, typical of euphonias.
When to spot
A year-round resident in its limited range. Best observed during the dry season or early wet season when food sources like fruiting trees are more concentrated.
Where to spot
Endemic to the humid foothills and lower montane forests of the Magdalena Valley in Colombia, typically at elevations between 300-1,500 meters (1,000-4,900 feet).
How to spot
Search the mid-to-upper canopy of humid forests and forest edges. The male's glossy black and yellow plumage with the distinctive black forehead are key. Listen for its high-pitched, somewhat buzzing calls, typical of euphonias.
When to spot
A year-round resident in its limited range. Best observed during the dry season or early wet season when food sources like fruiting trees are more concentrated.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The 'velvet-front' refers to the distinct texture and appearance of the feathers on the male's forehead, a subtle but unique identifying feature.
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