Brazilian Tanager

Ramphocelus bresilius

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Thraupidae

About

The Brazilian tanager is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is endemic to eastern Brazil and far northeastern Argentina, occurring in the coastal region from Paraíba and southwards to Santa Catarina and Misiones.

Fun Fact

Male Brazilian tanagers have such intensely red plumage that 19th-century collectors called them 'fire birds' — the colour comes from carotenoid pigments that the birds cannot synthesise and must obtain from their diet.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Atlantic Forest edges and gardens

Diet

Frugivore

Lifespan

5-7 years

Threats

Habitat Fragmentation
Deforestation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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