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Yellow-bellied dacnis
Dacnis flaviventer, Yellow-bellied Dacnis.jpg
Conservation status
Scientific classification
Genus:
Dacnis
Species:
flaviventer
Dacnis flaviventer map.svg

The yellow-bellied dacnis (Dacnis flaviventer) is a small, colorful bird. It is part of the Thraupidae family, which are also known as Tanagers. This bird gets its name from its bright yellow belly. It lives in the warm, wet forests of South America.

About the Yellow-bellied Dacnis

The yellow-bellied dacnis is a beautiful bird. It is known for its striking colors. These birds are often seen high up in the trees. They are a common sight in their natural home.

Where the Yellow-bellied Dacnis Lives

This bird makes its home in the Amazon Basin. This is a huge area of forest and rivers in South America. You can find the yellow-bellied dacnis in several countries. These include Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

It also lives near the eastern part of the Orinoco River in Venezuela. This means it lives in warm, humid places. These places have lots of trees.

Its Forest Home

The yellow-bellied dacnis prefers to live in the canopy of tropical forests. The canopy is the very top layer of trees. It is like the "roof" of the forest. This area is usually warm and wet. It is full of life and provides plenty of food.

The bird's main home is the Amazon Basin. However, it is not found in the northeastern parts, like the Guianas. Its range also stretches into central Bolivia. In Venezuela, it lives in areas connected to the Amazon. It also lives near the start of the Orinoco River.

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