Brown-flanked tanager facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Brown-flanked tanager |
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Thlypopsis
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pectoralis
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The brown-flanked tanager (Thlypopsis pectoralis) is a small, colorful bird. It belongs to the Thraupidae family, which includes many types of tanagers. This special bird lives only in Peru.
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About the Brown-flanked Tanager
The brown-flanked tanager is a unique bird. It was first described in 1884 by a scientist named Wladyslaw Taczanowski. These birds are known for their pretty colors. They are often seen in the high mountains of Peru.
Where It Lives
This tanager is found only in Peru. This means it is an endemic species. You can find it in places like high-altitude shrubland. It also lives in forests that have been changed by people. These areas are often in subtropical or tropical regions. The bird likes places with lots of bushes and trees.
What It Looks Like
The brown-flanked tanager gets its name from the brown feathers on its sides, or "flanks." It has a bright, colorful body. Like other tanagers, it has a small, pointed beak. This beak helps it eat insects and fruits.
Its Family Tree
The brown-flanked tanager is part of the Thlypopsis genus. This group includes other tanagers. All tanagers belong to the Thraupidae family. This family has many different kinds of birds. They are often known for their bright feathers.
Images for kids
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A brown-flanked tanager perched on a branch.
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Map showing where the brown-flanked tanager lives in Peru.
