Napo Sabrewing
Campylopterus villaviscensio
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<birdfyi-bird slug="campylopterus-villaviscensio"></birdfyi-bird>The Napo Sabrewing (Campylopterus villaviscensio) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.2 cm and a weight of 7.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
A large hummingbird (12-13 cm) found in humid foothill forests of eastern Ecuador and Peru at 400-1,400 m. Green plumage. Nectarivore of Andean foothill forest undergrowth. Named after the city of Villavicencio. An uncommon species.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.2 cm | 5.2 in |
| Weight | 7.325 g | 0.26 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Found in humid foothill forests of eastern Ecuador and Peru at 400-1,400 m. Resident in Andean foothills.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on floral nectar in Napo lowland forest, hovering at large Heliconia. Supplements with insects and spiders.
Conservation Status
Sound
Song
Soft, pure whistle with plaintive tone; gentle wavering note given quietly from shaded perch in vegetation.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Campylopterus |
| Species | Campylopterus villaviscensio |
Distribution
Napo Sabrewing has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family