Least ConcernRareInvertebratesForestCup nestSmall · 20 g
About the Blue-whiskered Tanager
The blue-whiskered tanager is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is found in the Chocó of Colombia and Ecuador. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
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Where it lives
Regular range
When to see it
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Peak activity in October · a resident species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Blue-browed TanagerTangara cyanotisThe blue-browed tanager is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae.
Seven-colored TanagerTangara fastuosaThe seven-coloured tanager is a 13.5 cm bird named for the spectacular range in colouration of its feathers.
Rufous-cheeked TanagerTangara rufigenisThe rufous-cheeked tanager is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae, the tanagers.
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