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Tropical Bird Species Exhibit Sexual Differences In Panama

Learn about three species that showcase differences between males and females on the Panama Fruit Feeder Cam.

Have you ever noticed that males and females of certain species don’t look the same? These physical differences between sexes in size, color, or form are what scientists call “sexual dimorphism.”

There are many examples of sexually dimorphic species on the Panama Fruit Feeder Cam, especially when considering differences in color and plumage characteristics. Let’s take a closer look at three common species that visit the feeder—Crimson-backed Tanagers, Thick-billed Euphonias, and Green Honeycreepers—to learn how to identify the differences between males and females.

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Pileated Woodpecker by Lin McGrew / Macaulay Library