Buff-throated Saltator

Saltator maximus (Müller, PLS, 1776)

Thraupidae — Tanagers & Allies

Buff-throated Saltator, Saltator maximus, is a passerine in the tanager family Thraupidae. It occurs widely in Middle America and across South America, where its breeding range is widespread. Described by PLS Müller in 1776, it belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thraupidae.

Order: Passeriformes
Family: Thraupidae — Tanagers & Allies
Breeding range: Middle America, South America: widespread

Buff-throated Saltator

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Tours where you can spot this bird

2 tours in Costa Rica

Costa Rica Escape Part II: Caribbean Foothills and Wetlands

Costa Rica Escape Part II: Caribbean Foothills and Wetlands

Costa Rica / San José Group tour 9 days

A nine-day Costa Rica birding journey through Arenal, northern border wetlands and Tenorio foothill forest, with boat excursions and targets...

From USD 5,960 Next: Feb 21, 2027

Costa Rica Escape Birding Tour

Costa Rica Escape Birding Tour

Costa Rica / San José Group tour 9 days

A nine-day Costa Rica birding circuit from Caribbean lowland forest to the highlands of San Gerardo de Dota, with toucans, hummingbirds and ...

From USD 6,435 Next: Jan 6, 2027