Orange-bellied Euphonia

11 cm

Orange-bellied Euphonia primarily consumes fruits and berries, supplemented with insects, spiders, and vegetable matter. Orange-bellied Euphonia displays varied foraging behaviors to seek out these foods and has a particular preference for certain fruiting trees, showcasing unique dietary adaptations.

Orange-bellied Euphonia thrives in a variety of humid environments, including wet forests, forest borders, and areas with scattered trees. They are also seen in gaps caused by treefalls and clearings that maintain a humid atmosphere. In the Andean region, orange-bellied Euphonia is found in pre-montane and montane rainforests, known as cloud forests, alongside wooded borders and within shady plantations. These birds inhabit both várzea and terra firme forests in the Amazon basin. While orange-bellied Euphonia prefers older secondary growth forests over open clearings, its presence is less frequent on young river-edge vegetation and river islands. Their altitudinal range varies greatly, extending from lowland tropical forests to mountainous regions, often between 350 and 2250 meters above sea level.