Turquoise Dacnis

Dacnis hartlaubi

The Turquoise Dacnis, also known as Hartlaub's Dacnis, is a small passerine bird native to South America. It is characterized by its vibrant turquoise plumage, with a black mask around the eyes and a contrasting white belly. This species is often found in tropical and subtropical forests, where it forages for insects and fruits in the canopy. The Turquoise Dacnis is known for its acrobatic flight and melodious, high-pitched song. While it is not currently considered to be globally threatened, habitat loss and fragmentation pose potential risks to its populations.

Habitat: Tropical and subtropical forests