The Crimson-Backed Tanager Is A Spectacular Red Bird With A Striking Silver Beak

It is found in northern and western Colombia (south to Chocó where it is uncommon), the Maracaibo Basin in Venezuela, and over most of Panama, where it extends to Chiriquí and Veraguas Provinces in the west of the country, as well as Coiba, where it is abundant, and Pearl Islands. It inhabits forest, scrub and gardens. However, While The Females Of The Species Also Have The Beautiful Feathers, They Were Saddled With A Basic Black Bill. The males have a bright crimson back along with a white lower mandible (bill). The plumage of the females and juveniles are a rich brown. Their Eggs Are Blue, With Fine Dark Dots, But Not Enough Nests Have Been Found To Know For Sure How Many Are Laid Per Season.