The green-naped tanager is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is found in the Serranía del Darién and Serranía del Baudó. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Region
Chocó–Darién region of Panama and northwest Colombia
Typical Environment
Occurs in humid foothill and lower montane forests, primarily in the Serranía del Darién and Serranía del Baudó. Prefers evergreen primary forest and tall secondary growth with a closed canopy. Frequently uses forest edges and fruiting trees along ridges and ravines. Typically forages high in the canopy, descending occasionally to midstory in mixed-species flocks.
Altitude Range
300–1500 m
Climate Zone
Tropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
A striking Chocó-region tanager, the green-naped tanager stays high in the canopy and often joins mixed-species flocks. Its small, fragmented range in the Serranía del Darién and Serranía del Baudó makes it vulnerable to deforestation. It is elusive in dense, wet forest, but can be located by its sharp, tinkling calls around fruiting trees. Conservation of intact foothill and lower montane forest is key to its survival.
Temperament
social and active
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats
Social Behavior
Typically forages in pairs or small groups and often joins mixed-species canopy flocks. Nests are placed well above ground in dense foliage. Breeding pairs maintain small territories but tolerate flockmates at fruiting trees.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
A thin, tinkling series of high notes interspersed with sharp chips. Calls carry through the canopy but are soft and delicate compared to many other tanagers.
Plumage
Bright, glossy plumage with contrasting dark and vivid tones; sleek, smooth feathers suited to canopy life.
Diet
Consumes small fruits and berries, often gleaned from the canopy. Supplements with insects and other arthropods taken from foliage and twigs. Will sally short distances to snatch flying insects and probe clusters of leaves for hidden prey.
Preferred Environment
Forages high in the canopy of primary and tall secondary forest, especially at fruiting trees. Also feeds along forest edges and gaps where sunlight promotes fruiting plants.
