White-throated Hummingbird
Leucochloris albicollis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="leucochloris-albicollis"></birdfyi-bird>The White-throated Hummingbird (Leucochloris albicollis) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11.8 cm and a weight of 6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A medium-sized hummingbird (10-11 cm) found from eastern Brazil through Uruguay to Argentina and Paraguay. Green plumage with a clean white throat and breast. Nectarivore of Atlantic Forest edges, cerrado, and gardens. Common in southeastern South America.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.8 cm | 4.6 in |
| Weight | 5.95 g | 0.21 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Found from eastern Brazil through Uruguay to Argentina and Paraguay. Resident in Atlantic Forest and cerrado edges.
Diet & Feeding
Visits flowering trees and epiphytes for nectar; supplements diet with small arthropods including gnats, midges, and spiders.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14 days. Fledging: 20-25 days.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Melodic, ascending three-note phrase; clear flute-like tones rising smoothly in pleasant morning territorial song.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Leucochloris |
| Species | Leucochloris albicollis |
Distribution
White-throated Hummingbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family