About Pheucticus chrysogaster (Lesson, 1832)
On average, this species measures 21 cm (8.3 in) in body length. It has a large, conical bill, a shape typical of most members of its family. The golden grosbeak, Pheucticus chrysogaster, shows sexual dimorphism in plumage. Males are bright yellow with black wings and a black back. They have white spots on their median and greater wing-coverts; these spots wear away over time, so older birds appear darker. Females have brown wings, with brown streaks covering their head, flanks, back, and rump. Immature golden grosbeaks have plumage similar to females, and often cannot be distinguished from adult females in the field. This species occurs at elevations up to 3000 meters across a wide diversity of habitats, including semi-open areas, forest edges, and shrubland. It is primarily arboreal, and individuals are most often found alone or in pairs. Its song is described as a fast caroling that is a 'rich melody, liquid and full', and each individual has a large repertoire of songs. Its call is a metallic 'pink'.
