Blue Dacnis

Dacnis cayana

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Thraupidae

About

The blue dacnis or turquoise honeycreeper is a small passerine bird. This member of the tanager family is found from Nicaragua to Panama, on Trinidad, and in South America south to Bolivia and northern Argentina. It is widespread and often common, especially in parts of its South American range.

Fun Fact

This member of the tanager family is found from Nicaragua to Panama, on Trinidad, and in South America south to Bolivia and northern Argentina.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in forests and other woodlands, including gardens and parks.

Diet

Eat mainly insects gleaned from foliage, flowers or bromeliads.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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