Peruvian Racket-tail
Ocreatus peruanus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="ocreatus-peruanus"></birdfyi-bird>The Peruvian Racket-tail (Ocreatus peruanus) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a weight of 3 g.
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About
A small hummingbird (8-10 cm plus tail rackets in males) found in Andean cloud forests of Peru at 1,500-2,500 m. Males have elongated tail rackets and white leg puffs. Recently split from Booted Racket-tail. Nectarivore of montane forest.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.0 g | 0.11 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Found on the eastern Andean slope in Peru in foothill and lower montane forest. 400–1,600 m elevation.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of Peruvian montane forest; forages at diverse Andean flowers. Supplements with small arthropods.
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 16-17 days. Fledging: 19-22 days.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Soft, sibilant hissing trill; gentle continuous buzz with pulsing quality during slow courtship hovering display.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Ocreatus |
| Species | Ocreatus peruanus |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family