Black-faced Dacnis
Dacnis lineata
The Black-faced Dacnis (Dacnis lineata) is a uncommon tanager found in 9 countries, weighing about 11 g. The black-faced dacnis is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae.
About the Black-faced Dacnis
The black-faced dacnis is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is commonly found typically in pairs throughout the Amazon rainforest.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Black-faced Dacnis can be seen all year round, with peak activity in October. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Black-faced Dacnis look like?
- The black-faced dacnis is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae.
- How big is a Black-faced Dacnis?
- The Black-faced Dacnis is a tiny sized bird weighing about 11 g.
- Where can you see a Black-faced Dacnis?
- The Black-faced Dacnis occurs in 9 countries, including Ecuador, Colombia, Peru, Brazil and Bolivia.
- What birds look similar to a Black-faced Dacnis?
- The Black-faced Dacnis is most easily confused with the Scarlet-thighed Dacnis, the Yellow-bellied Dacnis and the Turquoise Dacnis.
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