A black-chinned mountain tanager with a yellow breast and blue and black wings

Anisognathus somptuosus (Blue-winged Mountain Tanager)

Name: Anisognathus somptuosus
Address: CO

The Blue-winged Mountain Tanager is native to the Andean regions of Bolivia to Venezuela. It thrives in highland forests and woodlands, including cloud forests, primarily at elevations from 3,900 to 8,200 feet. Recognizable by its bright yellow underparts, black upperparts, and striking blue accents on the wings and tail, the bird’s coloration can vary slightly across its range.

For instance, some populations in Ecuador and Colombia display a mossy green back instead of the typical black. This species is considered common within its range and is classified as “Least Concern” by the IUCN. The Blue-winged Mountain Tanager is not known to be migratory, tending to remain in its native ranges throughout the year.

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A black-chinned mountain tanager with a yellow breast and blue and black wings on a branch looking down

Anisognathus notabilis with black, yellow and blue coloring

An Anisognathus somptuosus shown in a view emphasizing yellow breasted, with its characteristic plumage visible

Anisognathus notabilis bright yellow breast

An Anisognathus somptuosus viewed from behind with its back, folded wings, and tail visible

An Anisognathus somptuosus perched with its plumage and characteristic features visible from a second distinct angle

An Anisognathus somptuosus shown in a full-body view with its plumage and body shape visible

An Anisognathus somptuosus perched with its plumage and characteristic features visible

A black-chinned mountain tanager with a yellow breast and blue and black wings on a branch

Striking black, yellow and blue Mountain tanager

An Anisognathus somptuosus shown as the blue winged mountain tanager in a clear view with its characteristic plumage visible

An Anisognathus somptuosus perched while looking downward with its head and plumage visible