Black-headed Saltator vs Yellow-faced Grassquit
Saltator atriceps compared with Tiaris olivaceus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-headed Saltator | Yellow-faced Grassquit |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Saltator atriceps | Tiaris olivaceus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thraupidae | Thraupidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 23.6 cm (9.3 in) | 10.0 cm (3.9 in) |
| Weight | 81.2 g (2.86 oz) | 8.75 g (0.31 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Black-headed Saltator only
None
Yellow-faced Grassquit only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-headed Saltator
Least Concern
Yellow-faced Grassquit
About These Birds
Black-headed Saltator
The Black-headed Saltator is a large, robust saltator with a glossy black head, white throat patch, olive-green upperparts, and pale gray underparts. It inhabits forest edges, dense second growth, gardens, and humid lowland forest from Mexico through Central America to Colombia and Ecuador. It feeds on large seeds, fruits, insects, and buds, using its heavy bill to crack open tough food items.