Tanagers
Order: Passeriformes. Family: Thraupidae
The tanagers are a large group of small to medium-sized passerine birds restricted to the New World, mainly in the tropics. Many species are brightly coloured. They are seed eaters, but their preference tends towards fruit and nectar. Most have short, rounded wings. There are about 256 species worldwide and 1 species which occurs in Ireland.
| Common name | Binomial | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Scarlet Tanager | Piranga olivacea | (A) |
Read more about this topic: List Of Birds Of Ireland