Golden-collared Honeycreeper
Iridophanes pulcherrimus
The Golden-collared Honeycreeper (Iridophanes pulcherrimus) is a rare tanager found in 3 countries, weighing about 15 g. The golden-collared honeycreeper is an uncommon species of Neotropical bird in the tanager family Thraupidae.
About the Golden-collared Honeycreeper
The golden-collared honeycreeper is an uncommon species of Neotropical bird in the tanager family Thraupidae. It is the only member of the genus Iridophanes.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Golden-collared Honeycreeper 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 Golden-collared Honeycreeper look like?
- The golden-collared honeycreeper is an uncommon species of Neotropical bird in the tanager family Thraupidae.
- How big is a Golden-collared Honeycreeper?
- The Golden-collared Honeycreeper is a small sized bird weighing about 15 g.
- Where can you see a Golden-collared Honeycreeper?
- The Golden-collared Honeycreeper occurs in 3 countries, including Ecuador, Colombia and Peru.
- What birds look similar to a Golden-collared Honeycreeper?
- The Golden-collared Honeycreeper is most easily confused with the Wing-barred Seedeater, the Golden-crowned Tanager and the White-throated Shrike-Tanager.
- Is the Golden-collared Honeycreeper endangered?
- The Golden-collared Honeycreeper is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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