Violet Sabrewing
Campylopterus hemileucurus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="campylopterus-hemileucurus"></birdfyi-bird>The Violet Sabrewing (Campylopterus hemileucurus) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15.1 cm and a weight of 11 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
A large hummingbird (14-15 cm), the largest hummingbird in Central America. Males have brilliant violet-purple plumage with white outer tail feathers. Found in humid montane forests from Mexico to Panama. Nectarivore of cloud forest undergrowth, visiting Heliconia and banana flowers.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.1 cm | 5.9 in |
| Weight | 11.025 g | 0.39 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Found in humid montane forests from southern Mexico to Panama at 500-2,500 m. Resident in cloud forest undergrowth.
Diet & Feeding
Large sabrewing; feeds on nectar from Heliconia and bromeliads in humid forest. Supplements with insects and spiders caught in aerial sallies.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 19-22 days. Fledging: 22-24 days.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Deep, resonant trill with powerful bass quality; low-frequency churring vibrating through dense forest canopy.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Campylopterus |
| Species | Campylopterus hemileucurus |
Distribution
Violet Sabrewing has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family