About Western Tanager
Solitary animal, only coming together to breedOmnivorous, eating a variety of insects, fruits, and nectarMigrates between breeding and wintering groundsKnown for its distinctive song and bright orange head
Size
16 - 19 cm
Weight
23 - 38 g
Lifespan
up to 5-7 years
Diet
Omnivorous, eating a variety of insects, fruits, and nectar
Conservation Status
Status
Least Concern
Population Trend
stable
Threats
- Habitat loss and degradation
- Climate change
Additional Notes
The Western Tanager is a widespread and relatively common species, but its population is declining in some parts of its range due to habitat loss and degradation, and climate change.
Distribution
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Western United States
North America • United States
Southwestern Canada
North America • Canada
The Western Tanager is a migratory species, breeding in western North America and wintering in Mexico and Central America.