Outcrop Sabrewing
Campylopterus calcirupicola
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A large hummingbird (14-15 cm) recently described from rocky outcrops (inselbergs) of central Brazil. Green plumage. Nectarivore of cerrado and rocky outcrops. Named for its association with rock formations (calcirupicola = rock-dweller). A very recently recognized species.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 6.3500000000000005 g | 0.22 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Knysna Turaco: brilliant metallic green body; red and white orbital markings; white eye streak; crimson flight feathers; red bill
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Endemic to rocky outcrops of central Brazil. Recently described species restricted to cerrado inselbergs.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on nectar from diverse forest flowers, hovering briefly at each bloom. Takes small insects and spiders for essential protein.
Conservation Status
Sound
Song
Sharp, staccato chip in rapid succession; clean emphatic notes delivered rhythmically without significant inflection.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Campylopterus |
| Species | Campylopterus calcirupicola |
Distribution
Outcrop Sabrewing has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family