Dacnis Pechirroja
Scarlet-breasted Dacnis
Dacnis berlepschi
Song
Scarlet-breasted Dacnis
Appearance: The male Scarlet-breasted Dacnis has a bright scarlet breast and belly, with a black face, wings, and tail, and blue upperparts. The female is less brightly colored, with a duller red breast and belly, and green upperparts.
Habitat: Scarlet-breasted Dacnis are typically found in the canopy of humid lowland forests, as well as in secondary growth forests and forest edges.
Behavior: These birds are typically seen in pairs or small groups, foraging for insects and fruits in the treetops. They are known for their acrobatic flight and high-pitched, metallic calls.
Breeding: Scarlet-breasted Dacnis build cup-shaped nests in the canopy of trees, where the female lays 2-3 eggs. Both parents take turns incubating the eggs and feeding the chicks.
Conservation status: The Scarlet-breasted Dacnis is considered to be of Least Concern by the IUCN.
MALE
MALE AND FEMALE
Distribution
The Scarlet-breasted Dacnis is a species of bird found in the department of Nariño south of Colombia.
Taxonomy
The Scarlet-breasted Dacnis (Dacnis berlepschi)
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Aves (Birds)
- Order: Passeriformes
- Family: Thraupidae
- Genus: Dacnis
- Species: Dacnis berlepschi
Vocalization
The Scarlet-breasted Dacnis is known for its high-pitched, musical trill that can be heard throughout the forests of South America. The vocalization is often described as a series of rapid, clear notes that are repeated in a rhythmic pattern. The song is used by males to attract females and establish their territory.
