The Flame-faced Tanager is a small, vividly colored bird found primarily in the Andean regions of Colombia, Ecuador, and northern Peru. It inhabits montane cloud forests at elevations ranging from approximately 3,300 to 9,800 feet, thriving in both primary and secondary forests. Although they are typically found in their native cloud forest habitats, they are known to adapt well to certain human-modified landscapes, such as shaded coffee plantations, which provide a similar environment to their natural habitat. This species is easily recognizable by its striking appearance, with males displaying an intense orange-red face, yellow forehead, and a green back that transitions into a bright blue or turquoise rump and underparts. Females are slightly less vibrant but share the same unique pattern of colors, although the shades are more subdued. Like many tanager species, they exhibit social behavior, often forming small flocks or associating with mixed-species flocks, which can help reduce predation risks and improve foraging efficiency. They primarily feed on fruit, berries, and insects, foraging actively by moving through the foliage in search of food. It is not currently listed as endangered, though affected by ongoing habitat destruction due to deforestation and land conversion for agriculture.