White-bellied Tanager

Charitospiza eucosma

The White-bellied Tanager (Charitospiza eucosma) is a small passerine bird found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It is characterized by its striking white belly and bright blue upperparts. This species is often found in the canopy of humid forests, where it forages for fruits and insects. The White-bellied Tanager is known for its melodious song, which contributes to the rich avian chorus of the forest. Despite facing threats from habitat loss and fragmentation, its population status is currently assessed as Least Concern by the IUCN, owing to its relatively stable numbers within its range.

Habitat: Atlantic Forest canopy