Sounds and Vocal Behavior

There are two types of vocalizations uttered by the Masked Tanager. The song lasts for a few seconds and is comprised of a few (usually three) breathy high-pitched notes of a "tseeee" sound (Isler and Isler 1999). The call varies in speed and pattern of "tsit" and "chit" notes, which may be repeated as single notes, or sped up in a trill, for example "chit chit-it-it-it-it" (Isler and Isler 1999). This call also may end with three breathy notes of a moderate pitch with a "cheou" sound (Isler and Isler 1999). The voice of the Masked Tanager is very similar to the Golden-hooded Tanager (Tangara larvata; Hilty and Brown 1986). The Golden-hooded Tanager often vocalizes while in flight, which likely is true of the Masked Tanager as well (Hilty and Brown 1986). Other than the specific sounds and patterns of the vocalizations of the Masked Tanager, there is little or no information regarding specific functions, geography, and development of the calls .

None reported.