The fulvous-vented euphonia is a species of bird in the family Fringillidae, formerly placed in the Thraupidae
Region
Chocó–Darién region
Typical Environment
Found from eastern Panama into western Colombia and northwestern Ecuador, chiefly in humid lowland and foothill forests. It favors forest edges, second growth, and clearings with scattered trees, and also visits plantations and gardens with fruiting shrubs. The species typically forages in the mid- to upper canopy, often along forest margins and river corridors. It is tolerant of some habitat disturbance provided fruit resources remain available.
Altitude Range
Sea level to 1200 m
Climate Zone
Tropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 2/5
A small Neotropical finch in the family Fringillidae, the fulvous-vented euphonia was formerly placed with the tanagers (Thraupidae). Males show a distinctive tawny (fulvous) patch on the vent, which gives the species its name. Like other euphonias, it specializes on small berries, especially mistletoe, and is an important seed disperser. It often travels in pairs or small groups and visits fruiting trees at forest edges and in secondary growth.
Fulvous-vented Euphonia (Female)
Jordanal - ElValle, Panama
Temperament
social and active
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats
Social Behavior
Usually seen in pairs or small family groups and may join mixed-species flocks at fruiting trees. Pairs maintain small territories around favored food sources. Nests are typically globular, well-concealed structures, with both parents attending the young.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
A series of high, thin, tinkling whistles and short musical phrases, often delivered from canopy perches. Calls include sharp chips and sweet, clear notes repeated in variable sequences.
