Scaly-breasted Sabrewing
Phaeochroa cuvierii
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<birdfyi-bird slug="phaeochroa-cuvierii"></birdfyi-bird>The Scaly-breasted Sabrewing (Phaeochroa cuvierii) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a weight of 9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
A large hummingbird (12-13 cm) found in humid forests from Guatemala to Colombia and Venezuela. Green plumage with a scaly breast pattern. Large bill. Nectarivore of forest undergrowth and edges, visiting banana flowers. The only member of its genus.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.959999999999999 g | 0.32 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Found in humid forests from Guatemala to Colombia and Venezuela. Resident in lowland forest undergrowth and 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: 17-19 days. Fledging: 22-29 days.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Sharp, emphatic chip note with bright projection; single clean staccato sound repeated persistently near territory.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Phaeochroa |
| Species | Phaeochroa cuvierii |
Distribution
Scaly-breasted Sabrewing has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family