Lesser Antillean tanager

The lesser Antillean tanager is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is found in Grenada and Saint Vincent. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and heavily degraded former forest.

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Distribution

Region

Lesser Antilles (Windward Islands)

Typical Environment

Occurs on Saint Vincent and Grenada, inhabiting subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests, forest edges, and secondary growth. It also frequents plantations, orchards, and gardens adjacent to woodland. Birds typically forage in the mid-story to canopy but will descend to lower strata along edges. It is generally common where suitable fruiting shrubs and trees are present. The species persists even in heavily degraded former forest, provided some tree cover remains.

Altitude Range

Sea level to 1200 m

Climate Zone

Tropical

Characteristics

Size14–16 cm

Wing Span22–25 cm

Male Weight0.023 kg

Female Weight0.02 kg

Life Expectancy6 years

Ease of Keeping

Beginner friendly: 1/5

Useful to know

This island-restricted tanager is found only on Saint Vincent and Grenada, where it adapts well to second-growth, plantations, and forest edges. It often joins mixed-species flocks and helps disperse seeds by consuming small fruits. Males show a darker hooded head compared to females, which are duller overall. Despite its small range, it tolerates moderately disturbed habitats.

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Behaviour

Temperament

social and active

Flight Pattern

short rapid wingbeats

Social Behavior

Usually seen in pairs or small family groups and frequently joins mixed-species flocks in the canopy and edge. Builds a small cup nest concealed in foliage, with both sexes involved in parental care. Territoriality is moderate, often relaxed where food is abundant.

Migratory Pattern

Resident

Song Description

Song is a light, sweet series of thin chips and trills, delivered from the mid-canopy. Calls include high, sharp tseet notes used to maintain contact within flocks.

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Identification

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Preferred Environment

Requires Supplement

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