Tangara icterocephala is native to the tropical regions of Costa Rica through western Panama to parts of Colombia and Ecuador. This bird is commonly found in humid montane forests, often preferring elevations between 1,600 and 5,000 feet where it frequents forest edges, clearings, and secondary growth rather than dense, mature forests. It is particularly abundant in areas with abundant vegetation, often seen moving in small groups through canopies, where it can forage for food with other tanagers and mixed-species flocks. Its diet mainly consists of fruits, berries, and insects, making it an important seed disperser and insect controller within its ecosystem. This tanager is notable for its striking appearance, with a bright yellow head and throat contrasting with silvery-gray feathers on the lower throat and chest, while its back and wings display a mix of greenish and blue hues. The Silver-throated Tanager tends to stay higher in the canopy, rarely venturing close to the ground. It is known for its energetic and swift movements as it hops and flits through branches in search of food, and its social nature means it is often found in pairs or small groups. It has a relatively stable population across its broad distribution and is classified as “Least Concern” by conservation bodies.