Black-capped_hemispingus

Black-capped hemispingus

Black-capped hemispingus

Species of bird

The black-capped hemispingus (Kleinothraupis atropileus) is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is found in the Andes mountains of Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

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Description

The species has a yellow breast and underparts, while its back and tail are green.[2]

Habitat

They feed on Chusquea bamboo species.[2]

References

  1. [1]
    BirdLife International (2017). "Kleinothraupis atropileus". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2017: e.T103823004A119466778. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2017-3.RLTS.T103823004A119466778.en. Retrieved November 12, 2021.
  2. [2]
    "Hemispingus atropileus". Neotropical Birds Online. Retrieved June 2, 2013.


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