White-winged Tanager
White-winged Tanager
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The White-winged Tanager is a distinctive resident of tropical forests, identifiable by the male's bright red plumage contrasting with black wings adorned with prominent white wing bars.
Where to spot
Found in humid evergreen and montane forests from southeastern Mexico south through Central America to northern South America (Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia).
How to spot
Look in the mid-story and canopy of humid forests, often joining mixed-species flocks. They can be high in the canopy, so binoculars are essential. Listen for their clear, whistled song.
When to spot
A resident species, observable year-round in its range. Early mornings are generally the most active.
Where to spot
Found in humid evergreen and montane forests from southeastern Mexico south through Central America to northern South America (Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia).
How to spot
Look in the mid-story and canopy of humid forests, often joining mixed-species flocks. They can be high in the canopy, so binoculars are essential. Listen for their clear, whistled song.
When to spot
A resident species, observable year-round in its range. Early mornings are generally the most active.
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species often forages by gleaning insects from foliage and also regularly eats fruits, playing a role in seed dispersal within its forest habitat.
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