Jamaican Euphonia
A species of Euphonias Scientific name : Euphonia jamaica Genus : Euphonias
Jamaican Euphonia, A species of Euphonias
Botanical name: Euphonia jamaica
Genus: Euphonias
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Description General Info
Description
The Jamaican euphonia (Euphonia jamaica) is a species of bird in the family Fringillidae. It is endemic to Jamaica. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and heavily degraded former forest.
Size
11 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Jamaican Euphonia primarily consumes small fruits and berries. This species forages in trees, deftly plucking its food from foliage. It has a specialized diet that distinguishes it from other birds, showcasing a preference for certain fruits.
Habitat
The jamaican Euphonia frequents a variety of arboreal habitats, typically associating with woodlands, forest borders, and open regions where shrubs intermingle with trees. These birds are often found thriving in man-altered landscapes like gardens and orchards. They show a strong predilection for second-growth forests in hilly and lowland areas, which provides them with essential resources. The jamaican Euphonia's range spans a considerable altitudinal gradient, from sea level up to the high altitude zones of mountain peaks.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Scientific Classification
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Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Finches Genus
Euphonias Species
Jamaican Euphonia