Black-capped Tanager
Stilpnia heinei
Data DeficientAves · Passeriformes · Thraupidae
About
The black-capped tanager is one of the many species of Neotropical bird in the family Thraupidae. It lives in the mountains of Ecuador, Colombia, and Venezuela year-round. This bird can often be found in open landscapes, alone or in pairs, hiding under branches of trees and bushes. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests and heavily degraded former forest.
Fun Fact
An isolated record exists from 700 metres (2,300 ft) above sea level.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Lives in the mountains of Ecuador, Colombia, and Venezuela year-round.
Diet
Eats fruits such as whole berries and cecropia fruit.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance