Rufous-crested Coquette
Lophornis delattrei
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A tiny hummingbird (7-8 cm) found from southern Mexico through Central America to Bolivia and Peru. Males have a rufous crest and wispy cheek plumes. Green plumage. Nectarivore of forest edges, gardens, and clearings. One of the most widespread coquettes.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 7.7 cm | 3.0 in |
| Weight | 2.8 g | 0.10 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Gorgeted Woodstar: males with iridescent scarlet-red gorget; metallic green above; white underparts; tiny size; females spotted throat
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Found from Panama south through Colombia to Peru on both Andean slopes in foothill forest. 0–1,400 m.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of lowland forest gaps; insect-like flight style enables foraging at dense flower clusters. Takes small gnats.
Conservation Status
Sound
Song
Soft, liquid cascade of notes; gentle flowing sequence with subtle melodic variation, pleasing and unhurried in pace.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Lophornis |
| Species | Lophornis delattrei |
Distribution
Rufous-crested Coquette has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family