Species BirdsBay-headed Tanager

Bay-headed Tanager

Tangara gyrola

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Illustration of Bay-headed Tanager (Tangara gyrola)

This colorful tanager displays a vibrant mix of blue, green, and orange plumage. A memorable fact is its sociable nature, often seen in mixed-species flocks.

Habitat
Inhabits humid forests and edges.
Diet
Primarily fruits, nectar, and insects.
How common
Common

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