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Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

Photo:Dr. Lloyd Glenn Ingles
Western Tanager. Photo:Dr. Lloyd Glenn Ingles

The striking red head of the male western tanager reverts to a streaked gray-yellow in winter. The western tanager is found from Saskatchewan westward, where its breeds in coniferous forests.

Map of Western Tanager in Canada
Distribution of Western Tanager in Canada

   
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