Violaceous Euphonia

Euphonia violacea
Conservation Status: Least Concern

The Violaceous Euphonia is a widespread resident of forest on Trinidad, it is less common on Tobago. This species feeds on forest fruit and is usually found in pairs. They are vocal birds – in addition to their own calls, they mimic several other species’ vocalizations with great accuracy.

Wing Span: 16-17 cm
Length: 10-11.4 cm
Weight: 12.5-17 g
Violaceous Euphonia, male, Feb 2022

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