ID from Yucatan Peninsular (1 Viewer)

johnmoonie

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• Nov 17, 2008

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I have just returned from a highly enjoyable leisure holiday staying at Riu Lupita in Playacar. I was not a birdwatching holiday but I did managed at least an hour or so most morning around the Playacar golf course which was highly rewarding with over 70 species identified. I can't believe how confiding many of the birds were. Many photos to examine and check identification but this particular one has me beaten at present. Can any of my American colleagues help.

 

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Jim M.

Member since 2007

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• Nov 17, 2008

• #2

The coloration looks somewhat off, but the structure, etc. looks good for Summer Tanager. Compare this photo: http://picasaweb.google.com/photozhopus/HighIslandApr07#5059070404238809954

Was the sunlight somewhat "reddish" at this time?

Best,
Jim

 

Tero

Retired

• Nov 17, 2008

• #3

Yes, some kind of tanager. 18 species found in central america. I do not have a Mexico book handy.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tanager#Group_1

 

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Jim M.

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• Nov 17, 2008

• #4

Tero said:

Yes, some kind of tanager. 18 species found in central america. I do not have a Mexico book handy.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tanager#Group_1

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I do have a Mexico book handy, and none of the other species I have reviewed fit this bird in terms of structure and plumage, so far as I can tell (though I will admit my Central American experience is limited). Summer Tanager appears to be a perfect fit in all respects except color.

Best,
Jim

 

Peter C.

...just zis guy, you know?

• Nov 17, 2008

• #5

J. Moore said:

I do have a Mexico book handy, and none of the other species I have reviewed fit this bird in terms of structure and plumage, so far as I can tell (though I will admit my Central American experience is limited). Summer Tanager appears to be a perfect fit in all respects except color.

Best,
Jim

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Bill shape looks good for Summer, but yes, that colour is weird. I don't have a book either, but could it be Hepatic? Is that in range?

Peter C.

 

johnmoonie

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• Nov 17, 2008

• #6

The picture was taken in the evening light, the brown appearance of the picture may well be hiding a more greenish colour. The bird to me seem pretty plain in colour overall apart from a lighter rump. I certainly did see a pair of Summer Tanagers in the near vicinity with the male in its distinctive red plumage. Also did see a female, but in a better light.

Thanks for the help.

 

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Jim M.

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• Nov 17, 2008

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Peter C. said:

Bill shape looks good for Summer, but yes, that colour is weird. I don't have a book either, but could it be Hepatic? Is that in range?

Peter C.

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Hi Peter,

Hepatic would be out of range. It also does not show a crest, and does show something of an eye-line, among other things.

Best,
Jim

 

Birdingcraft

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• Nov 17, 2008

• #8

Yes, definitely a Summer Tanager- the most common NA Tanager wintering Tanager sp. in most of Mexico and Central America. As Jim indicates, structure fits just right. Funny coloration is due to lighting for sure. Hepatic shows dar cheek patch, has darker bill and doesnt have that "large headed" look of Summer.