The Black-cowled Saltator is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.
The Black-Cowled Saltator (Saltator nigriceps) is a species of cardinal (bird) in the Cardinalidae family. It is found in the southern border region of Ecuador and the northern border region of Peru. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests and subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. References - * BirdLife International 2004. Saltator nigriceps. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 10 July 2007. More