| White-banded Tanager |
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The White-banded Tanager (''Neothraupis fasciata'') is a bird native to central Brazil at elevations of 550-1100 m. It is the only member of the genus '''''Neothraupis'''''. Length 16 cm. Weight 29-32 g. Prefer dense tree cover. In some areas found in savannas and shrubs. Live in groups of 5-12, usually 7 individuals. Forage on the ground among grasses. Flock mate sits perched on taller vegetation on the lookout for predators. Eats Insects . Large deep cup nests lined with grass on small tree. Clutch size 2-3 eggs. Breeds in October and November. Mating pair often helped by birds from earlier broods. REFERENCES
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