Frutero Blanco y Negro
Black-and-white Tanager
Conothraupis speculigera
Song
Black-and-white Tanager
Appearance: The Black-and-white Tanager is a striking bird with a black body and head, white wing bars, and a white patch on its back. It is a medium-sized tanager with a stout bill and a distinctive appearance.
Habitat: This migrant species is found in the Andean forests of Colombia, in the departments of Antioquia, Caldas, Quindío, Risaralda, and Tolima. It inhabits the canopy and mid-levels of humid montane forests, where it forages for insects and fruits.
Behavior: The Black-and-white Tanager is known to be a shy and elusive bird, often hiding in dense foliage and only coming out into the open briefly. It is often seen in small groups or pairs, and its call is a high-pitched, metallic chirp.
Breeding: The breeding behavior of the Black-and-white Tanager is not well-documented, but it is believed to build cup-shaped nests in trees and shrubs, where it lays its eggs and raises its young.
Conservation status: The Black-and-white Tanager is classified as Near Threatened.
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Distribution
The Black-and-white Tanager is a bird species that is endemic to Colombia. It is primarily found in the Andean region of the country, particularly in the departments of Antioquia, Caldas, Risaralda, and Quindio. The species is also present in the Central Andes to the Amazonian region.
Taxonomy
The Black-and-white Tanager (Conothraupis speculigera)
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Aves (Birds)
- Order: Passeriformes
- Family: Thraupidae
- Genus: Conothraupis
- Species: Conothraupis speculigera
Vocalization
The Black-and-white Tanager is known for its high-pitched, melodious song that consists of a series of clear, whistling notes. The vocalization is often described as sweet and musical, with a distinctive, flute-like quality. The tanager's call is a sharp, metallic "tink" or "tink-tink" sound, which is used to communicate with other members of its flock.
