Flame-colored Tanager

Piranga bidentata

The Flame-colored Tanager (Piranga bidentata) is a striking bird found in the highlands of Mexico and Central America. This tanager is known for its vibrant red plumage, with black wings and tail. It is often found in pine and pine-oak forests, where it forages for insects and fruits. The Flame-colored Tanager is a small to medium-sized bird, measuring around 15 cm in length. Its conservation status is of Least Concern according to the IUCN Red List, due to its relatively stable population and wide distribution.

Habitat: Pine and pine-oak forests