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Белошапочная танагра

Sericossypha albocristata

Least Concern

About

A spectacular large tanager of high Andean cloud forests, male white-capped tanagers display bold black and deep red plumage with a brilliant snow-white crown — one of the most striking color combinations of any Andean bird. Found in humid montane forest at elevations of 1,500–3,000 meters in Ecuador and Colombia. They inhabit forest interior in pairs or small groups, foraging on fruit and large insects in the canopy. Listed as Vulnerable due to significant deforestation of Andean cloud forest habitat.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

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Names in Other Languages

Japanese シラガフウキンチョウ
Chinese 白頂唐納雀
Spanish pajaro pollo,
French Tangara à coiffe blanche
German Weißkappentangare
Russian Белошапочная танагра

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Белошапочная танагра?
The scientific name of Белошапочная танагра is Sericossypha albocristata. It belongs to the genus Sericossypha.
What is the conservation status of Белошапочная танагра?
Белошапочная танагра (Sericossypha albocristata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Белошапочная танагра live?
Белошапочная танагра is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.
What family does Белошапочная танагра belong to?
Белошапочная танагра (Sericossypha albocristata) belongs to the genus Sericossypha, which is part of the taxonomic family Thraupidae.
Is Белошапочная танагра endangered?
No, Белошапочная танагра (Sericossypha albocristata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Белошапочная танагра belong to?
Белошапочная танагра (Sericossypha albocristata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).

Native Range — 4 Countries

Genus Sericossypha — 1 Species

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Белошапочная танагра
Sericossypha albocristata
LC

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