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Black-headed saltator - Saltator atriceps Near the Caves of Balankanche. Black-headed saltator,Geotagged,Mexico,Saltator atriceps,Summer Click/tap to enlarge

Black-headed saltator - Saltator atriceps

Near the Caves of Balankanche.

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The black-headed saltator is a seedeating bird. Traditionally placed in the cardinal family, it actually seems to be closer to the tanagers. It breeds from central Mexico to eastern Panama.

Similar species: Perching Birds
Species identified by Patomarazul
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By Patomarazul

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Uploaded Jul 1, 2022. Captured Sep 12, 2011 18:34 in MF58+52 Xcalacoop, Yucatan, Mexico.
  • NIKON D7000
  • f/5.6
  • 10/3200s
  • ISO1600
  • 300mm