Compared to some other brightly colored bird species, green seems pretty boring. It's an obvious camouflage hue for animals that live in trees, right?
At least, that's what I assumed before I saw a pic of the Glistening-Green Tanager.
Wikipedia | Kelley Sampeck
The Glistening-Green Tanager Is So Bright It Looks Like It Could Glow In The Dark
Specifically, this pic by @hozemiya on Instagram.
Instagram | @hozemiya
What struck me was how bright the little bird appears even on what looks to be a very gloomy day.
So I googled the bird to see if it is actually that bright or if this photo was enhanced in any way.
And I confirmed that yes, they really are that bright and green.
Instagram | @andres.vasquez.n
Of course, there's probably some color-correction happening with any photo shared on the internet, but it's not adding anything that isn't already there.
I mean, there's a reason these birds have the adjective "glistening" right in their name.
If you told me they glow in the dark, I'd almost believe you.
Instagram | @jlynpphotography
Of course, glowing would be counter-productive in terms of camouflage.
The Glistening-Green Tanager can be found in the forests of Columbia and Ecuador.
Unlike a lot of bird species, the males and females don't differ that much in appearance.
instagram | @wildlife_darling
Females may be a bit duller, but still very green, and sometimes lack the white and red spots on their heads.
h/t: eBird
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