Sombre Hummingbird
Eupetomena cirrochloris
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<birdfyi-bird slug="eupetomena-cirrochloris"></birdfyi-bird>The Sombre Hummingbird (Eupetomena cirrochloris) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a weight of 8.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A medium-sized hummingbird (11-12 cm) endemic to the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Dull olive-green plumage. Nectarivore of forest and forest edges. One of the more plainly colored Brazilian hummingbirds. Often seen in shaded forest undergrowth.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.05 g | 0.28 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Endemic to the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Resident in forest and forest edges.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore specialising in tubular blossoms; supplements the floral nectar diet with tiny insects and spiders caught near flowers.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-16 days. Fledging: 28 days.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Harsh, scratchy buzz with coarse mechanical quality; sustained rough vibration with dry rattling character.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Eupetomena |
| Species | Eupetomena cirrochloris |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family