Turquoise Tanager 02

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Turquoise Tanager 02

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Flees Photos

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Photograph - Home Decor And Giclee Wall Art By Chris Flees

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This is an image of a turquoise tanager on a branch.

The Turquoise Tanager (Tangara mexicana) is a small bird species known for its vibrant and iridescent plumage. It belongs to the family Thraupidae, which includes a diverse group of colorful tanagers found in the Americas. The Turquoise Tanager is named for the bright turquoise coloration of its feathers.

Here are some key characteristics and facts about the Turquoise Tanager:

Appearance: The Turquoise Tanager is a small bird, measuring about 12 to 13 centimeters (4.7 to 5.1 inches) in length. It has a compact body with a short tail and a medium-sized bill. The male Turquoise Tanager has brilliant turquoise-blue plumage on the head, back, and wings, while the throat and underparts are black. The female has similar coloration but with slightly duller tones.

Distribution: The Turquoise Tanager is found in parts of Central and South America. Its range extends from southern Mexico through Central America, including countries such as Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama. It is also found in some parts of northern South America, including Colombia and Venezuela.

Habitat: These tanagers inhabit the understory and edges of humid forests, including both primary and secondary forests. They are typically found at mid to upper levels of the forest canopy, often foraging and moving in small groups.

Behavior: Turquoise Tanagers are active and social birds. They often form small flocks, moving together in search of food. Their diet primarily consists of fruits, berries, and insects. They are agile foragers and may glean insects from leaves or hover to pluck fruits while in flight.

Breeding: Male Turquoise Tanagers are known for their courtship displays, which involve various postures, wing-fluttering, and vocalizations. They build cup-shaped nests made of plant fibers, moss, and other materials, usually situated in the fork of a tree. The female lays two or three eggs, and both parents participate in incubation and caring for the hatchlings.

Conservation status: The Turquoise Tanager is not globally threatened and is currently listed as a species of Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. However, habitat loss due to deforestation remains a potential threat to their populations, particularly in areas where their forest habitat is being cleared or degraded.

The Turquoise Tanager is celebrated for its striking turquoise-blue plumage and is a delight to observe in its natural habitat. Its presence adds a splash of vibrant color to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

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