Order: Passeriformes
Family: Thraupidae
The Blue-and-yellow Tanager is a small, vibrant songbird native to South America, including the Patagonian region. Males are easily recognized by their deep blue backs and heads, contrasted with bright yellow bellies and undertail coverts. Females are duller, with more olive and yellowish tones. This species is often found in open woodlands, forest edges, gardens, and shrublands. Its melodious song and lively behavior make it a favorite among birdwatchers. The Blue-and-yellow Tanager is adaptable and can thrive in both natural and human-altered landscapes. During the breeding season, it builds cup-shaped nests in trees or shrubs, and both parents help feed the young. Its diet consists mainly of fruits, berries, and insects, making it an important seed disperser in its ecosystem.
Habitat
Open woodlands, forest edges, shrublands, gardens, and parks across Patagonia and other southern South American regions.
Foraging
Feeds on fruits, berries, and insects, often gleaning from foliage or foraging in small groups.
