Silver-beaked Tanager

The Silver-beaked Tanager occurs in eastern Ecuador, where it inhabits humid lowland forests, forest edges, and secondary growth below about 800 meters, often favoring areas near water and disturbed habitats. It is fairly common and conspicuous in suitable Amazonian regions, typically seen in pairs or small groups foraging for fruit and insects in the mid-story and canopy. The species is listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, with a vast range across northern South America and a stable population not currently facing major threats. Natural history observations highlight its glossy maroon plumage and silver bill in males, social behavior, and role in seed dispersal, though nesting habits in Ecuador remain only lightly documented.