White-bellied Hummingbird
Elliotomyia chionogaster
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<birdfyi-bird slug="elliotomyia-chionogaster"></birdfyi-bird>The White-bellied Hummingbird (Elliotomyia chionogaster) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a weight of 5.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A small hummingbird (9-10 cm) found in Andean highlands from Peru to Argentina at 2,000-4,000 m. Green plumage with white belly. Nectarivore of montane scrub, gardens, and Polylepis woodland. A common high-altitude hummingbird.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 5.525 g | 0.19 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Found in Andean highlands from Peru to Argentina at 2,000-4,000 m. Resident in montane scrub and Polylepis woodland.
Diet & Feeding
Hovering nectarivore of lowland and montane forest, probing Heliconia and garden flowers. Supplements with insects and spiders.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-15 days. Fledging: 19-22 days.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Melodic, rolling phrase with rich bubbly timbre; warm notes tumbling loosely in pleasant continuous sequence.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Elliotomyia |
| Species | Elliotomyia chionogaster |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family