White-lined Tanager

The White-lined Tanager, Tachyphonus rufus, is a medium-sized passerine bird. Range White-lined tanagers can be found in Central and South America, ranging from Costa Rica to northern Argentina. They also inhabit the Caribbean islands of Trinidad and Tobago.Description Medium-sized songbirds, white-lined tanagers are sexually dimorphic, meaning males and females differ in appearance. Males display black plumage, with white markings beneath the wing, while females are reddish-brown. The White-lined Tanager’s song is a fast repetitive cheeru. Local names in Trinidad and Tobago include ‘Parson’ (for the male), and ‘Singing Angel’; on these islands, the species is valued highly for its whistling ability. Habitat This bird can be found in forest edges and other semi-open areas, including parklands and gardens. Breeding:. The female lays two–three eggs in a cup-shaped nest, incubating them for approximately 15 days before they hatch. Diet: Paradise Earth Premium Softbill Blend & Insect