Gorgeted Sunangel
Heliangelus strophianus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="heliangelus-strophianus"></birdfyi-bird>The Gorgeted Sunangel (Heliangelus strophianus) 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 5.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A small hummingbird (10-11 cm) found in cloud forests of western Colombia and Ecuador at 1,500-2,500 m. Males have a spectacular iridescent gorget with pink and violet hues. Nectarivore of epiphyte-rich cloud forest. Classified as Endangered due to habitat loss.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.2 cm | 5.2 in |
| Weight | 5.3999999999999995 g | 0.19 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Found on the western Andean slope in Colombia and northwestern Ecuador in cloud forest. 1,600–2,800 m.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of high Andean shrublands; hovers at dense Ericaceae clumps. Takes small arthropods gleaned from mossy branches.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
High, thin whistle barely perceptible; delicate sustained note hovering near upper frequency limit of human hearing.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Heliangelus |
| Species | Heliangelus strophianus |
Distribution
Gorgeted Sunangel has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Other species in the Trochilidae family