Species · GBIF taxon 2492082
Red-capped Cardinal
Paroaria gularisAlso known as Gularis Cardinal, Red-headed Cardinal
Red-capped Cardinals are striking, social tanagers easily recognized by their brilliant crimson heads, black throats, and clean white underparts. They are almost always found near water, actively foraging along riverbanks, lake edges, and mangrove swamps in pairs or small family groups. These birds are highly vocal, frequently uttering sweet, whistling songs from low branches overhanging the water.
VibrantWetland-dwellingSocial
- diet
- Insects, seeds, and small fruits
- family
- Thraupidae
- threats
- Habitat destruction, water pollution, and the illegal pet trade
- life Span
- 5 to 8 years
LC
Safe to observe at a normal distance.
- Look near water: Scan low branches and floating vegetation along slow-moving rivers and oxbow lakes.
- Listen for whistles: Follow their sweet, repetitive whistling calls to locate active pairs in dense foliage.