Scarlet-red and black colored Crimson-backed Tanager eating a dried banana

Ramphocelus dimidiatus (Crimson-backed Tanager)

Name: ramphocelus dimidiatus
Address: CO

he Crimson-backed Tanager, has a range, primarily found in Colombia, Panama, and Venezuela, and has been introduced to French Polynesia. It is typically seen in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and in areas where forests have been heavily degraded. Adult males of this species are notable for their vibrant coloration, with a maroon red head and chest that brightens to a bright red on the lower back and abdomen, and contrasting black wings and tail.

Females are comparatively duller, with blackish underparts. The species measures around 7.1 inches in length, and the male has a distinctive silver sheen on its lower mandible. It adapts well to various habitats, including forests, scrubs, and gardens. The bird’s nesting habits include laying clutches of two blue eggs with fine dark dots.
The Crimson-backed Tanager is categorized as Least Concern by the IUCN, with a population size above 500,000.

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Scarlet-red and black colored Crimson-backed Tanager standing on a wood plank eating banana

Scarlet-red and black colored Crimson-backed Tanager standing next to a banana and some ants

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Scarlet-red and black colored Crimson-backed Tanager on a tree branch

Red, black and brown female Ramphocelus dimidiatus

A Ramphocelus dimidiatus perched with its orange-red throat and black plumage visible

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A Ramphocelus dimidiatus perched with strongly contrasting red and black plumage visible

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A Ramphocelus dimidiatus perched with its plumage and characteristic features visible

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A Ramphocelus dimidiatus shown in a view emphasizing red brown, with its characteristic plumage visible

A Ramphocelus dimidiatus shown as the crimson backed tanager in a clear view with its characteristic plumage visible from a second distinct angle

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A Ramphocelus dimidiatus perched with its red-and-black plumage fluffed around the body