Velvet-fronted Grackle

Lampropsar tanagrinus

The Velvet-fronted Grackle is a medium-sized bird native to South America. It is known for its glossy black plumage and distinctive bright blue eyes. This species is often found in open woodlands, forest edges, and savannas, where it forages for insects, fruits, and seeds. The Velvet-fronted Grackle is known for its vocalizations, which include a variety of calls and songs. It is a social bird, often seen in small flocks, and is known for its agile and acrobatic flight. The species is not currently considered to be at risk, but habitat loss and fragmentation could pose future threats.

Habitat: Open woodlands, forest edges, and savannas