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Blue Dacnis (Dacnis cayana)

Blue Dacnis

Dacnis cayana

About the Blue Dacnis

The blue dacnis or turquoise honeycreeper (Dacnis cayana) is a small passerine bird. This member of the tanager family is found from Nicaragua to Panama, on Trinidad, and in South America south to Bolivia and northern Argentina. It is widespread and often common, especially in parts of its South American range.

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Blue Dacnis?

The scientific name of the Blue Dacnis is Dacnis cayana.

How many Blue Dacnis sightings have been recorded?

8,091 observations of the Blue Dacnis have been recorded on iNaturalist.

8,091 observations on iNaturalist
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