The Buff-throated Saltator is a medium-sized songbird with a distinctive buff-colored throat and a stout bill. A memorable feature is its striking contrast between the olive-green upperparts and the pale underparts.
Habitat
Found in open woodlands and scrub areas.
Diet
Primarily feeds on seeds and fruits.
How common
Common
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