Adult © Marco Valentini
Adult © Luiz Moschini
Juvenile © Stella Ayala
Adult © Jim Tietz
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Adult © ADRIAN GRILLI

Amazonski saltator Saltator coerulescens

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Identification

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Fairly common, but often retiring, in tropical lowlands of both drier and more humid areas. Occurs across much of South America, from Colombia to Argentina. Can be found from sea level to around 1,500 m elevation. Favors forest edge, second growth thickets, hedges, and tangles, especially with morning glory flowers, which it munches quietly. Note plain bluish-gray coloration with warm tawny vent and short white eyebrow. Immature looks slightly different, with a yellowish wash to the face and upperparts. Listen for sweet song with slurred whistles.

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