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Black-capped Tanager
Tangara heinei
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.8 cm
Weight
20.849999999999998 g
Family
Thraupidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Black-capped Tanager is a strikingly beautiful tanager of Andean foothills forests in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, with males displaying a glossy black cap and turquoise-blue body plumage with black wings and tail. It inhabits the canopy and edges of humid montane forests and adjacent tall secondary growth. It feeds on small fruits, berries, and insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.8 cm | 5.8 in |
| Weight | 20.849999999999998 g | 0.74 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-14 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thraupidae (Tanagers) |
| Genus | Tangara |
| Species | Tangara heinei |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-capped Tanager endangered?
The Black-capped Tanager has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-capped Tanager nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-14 days.
How big is the Black-capped Tanager?
The Black-capped Tanager has a wingspan of 14.8 cm, weight of 20.849999999999998 g.
What order and family does the Black-capped Tanager belong to?
The Black-capped Tanager (Tangara heinei) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thraupidae.
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