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

I've discovered a new love for the entire tanager family of bird species. Every time I think I've seen the prettiest, most striking member of the family, another one appears to amaze me. In the end, I can't choose a favorite and simply love them all. Today's obsession is the crimson-backed tanager, Ramphocelus dimidiatus, a striking red bird who knows how to accessorize. While many birds might think the bright red and black had more than enough impact, these birds add a shining silver beak.

Crimson-backed Tanager (Ramphocelus dimidiatus) is a species of bird in the Thraupidae family. Striking red tanager with fairly limited range in lowlands and foothills below 1,300 m. Male is overall velvety red, brightest on the flanks and rump and darker on the head. Wings and tail are black. Females are duller reddish brown. Note silver bill with swollen base of lower mandible. Unlikely to be confused in range. Typically found in small flocks in shrubby open habitats and second growth.