Frilled Coquette
Lophornis magnificus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="lophornis-magnificus"></birdfyi-bird>The Frilled Coquette (Lophornis magnificus) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 8 cm and a weight of 2.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A tiny hummingbird (7-8 cm) endemic to the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Males have an elaborate rufous crest and extended green cheek plumes forming a frilled collar. Nectarivore of forest edges and clearings. An Atlantic Forest endemic of conservation concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 8.0 cm | 3.1 in |
| Weight | 2.7 g | 0.10 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Endemic to the cerrado and Atlantic Forest transition of eastern and central Brazil. Found at 200–900 m elevation.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of savanna and forest borders; visits Byrsonima and small composites. Catches minute insects near flowering heads.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 20 days.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Bright, musical rolling trill; quick cascading notes with bubbly quality delivered repeatedly from prominent flowering shrub.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Lophornis |
| Species | Lophornis magnificus |
Distribution
Frilled Coquette has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family