White-capped Tanager

Cranioleuca albiceps

The White-capped Tanager (Cranioleuca albiceps) is a small passerine bird found in the Andes of South America. It is characterized by its white cap, olive-green upperparts, and yellow underparts. This tanager is often found in mixed-species flocks foraging for insects and fruits in the canopy of montane forests. It has a high-pitched call and is known for its acrobatic flight. The White-capped Tanager plays an important role in seed dispersal and contributes to the ecological balance of its habitat.

Habitat: Montane forests