Species BirdsBuff-throated Saltator

Buff-throated Saltator

Saltator maximus

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Illustration of Buff-throated Saltator (Saltator maximus)

The Buff-throated Saltator is a medium-sized songbird with a distinctive buff-colored throat and a stout bill. A memorable feature is its striking contrast between the olive-green upperparts and the pale underparts.

Habitat
Found in open woodlands and scrub areas.
Diet
Primarily feeds on seeds and fruits.
How common
Common

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