Black-and-white Tanager

Conothraupis speculigera

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Thraupidae

About

The black-and-white tanager is a tanager found in the Tumbes region of southwestern Ecuador and northwestern Peru; it migrates eastwards as far as Acre. The only other member of its genus is the recently rediscovered cone-billed tanager.

Fun Fact

The only other member of its genus is the recently rediscovered cone-billed tanager.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in scrub, woodland and forest borders at elevation of 100–1,800 m (330–5,910 ft).

Diet

Eats insects and seeds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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