Grey-hooded Sierra-finch vs Bay-headed Tanager
Phrygilus gayi compared with Tangara gyrola
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Grey-hooded Sierra-finch | Bay-headed Tanager |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phrygilus gayi | Tangara gyrola |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thraupidae | Thraupidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 16.4 cm (6.5 in) | 14.7 cm (5.8 in) |
| Weight | 27.133333333333336 g (0.96 oz) | 21.5 g (0.76 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-5 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Grey-hooded Sierra-finch only
Bay-headed Tanager only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Grey-hooded Sierra-finch
Least Concern
Bay-headed Tanager
About These Birds
Bay-headed Tanager
The Bay-headed Tanager is a strikingly colorful tanager found in humid forests from Costa Rica south to Bolivia and Brazil. Its most distinctive feature is the deep chestnut-red head contrasting with turquoise-green and blue body plumage. It inhabits forest canopy and edges, feeding on fruits and insects.