Order Passeriformes Scientific name Calochaetes coccineus Rank Species | Phylum Chordata Family Thraupidae Higher classification Calochaetes | |
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Genus CalochaetesP.L. Sclater, 1879 Similar Slaty‑backed hemispingus, Grey‑capped hemispingus, Rufous‑crested tanager, Blue‑browed tanager, Huallaga tanager | ||
The vermilion tanager (Calochaetes coccineus) is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is the only member of its genus Calochaetes.
It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
References
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