brazilian tanager

Gorgeous vivid colours on this little bird in the Tropical House at Marwell.

 

These stunning birds are endemic to Brazil, occurring in coastal lowland forests, as well as tropical shrubland. They can sometimes be found on the outskirts of cities, including Rio de Janero.

 

Habitat destruction is a problem for many bird species in this area of Brazil. Coastal rainforests are being destroyed at a devastating rate and this has impacted on many species.

 

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