White-vented Violetear
Colibri serrirostris
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<birdfyi-bird slug="colibri-serrirostris"></birdfyi-bird>The White-vented Violetear (Colibri serrirostris) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.6 cm and a weight of 6.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
A medium-sized hummingbird (11-12 cm) with green plumage, violet ear patches, and a distinctive white vent. Found in cerrado and open habitats of central South America from Brazil to Argentina. Nectarivore of savanna flowers and gardens. An adaptable, widespread species.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.6 cm | 5.4 in |
| Weight | 6.199999999999999 g | 0.22 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Found in cerrado, chaco, and open woodland of central and southern Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay. 200–1,200 m elevation.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of highland and lowland forest margins. Feeds on diverse tubular flowers and catches flying insects opportunistically.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-16 days. Fledging: 22-25 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Sound
Song
Sharp, emphatic squeak repeated quickly; tiny piercing notes delivered insistently during competitive encounters near feeders.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Colibri |
| Species | Colibri serrirostris |
Distribution
White-vented Violetear has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family