Purple-chested Hummingbird
Polyerata rosenbergi
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<birdfyi-bird slug="polyerata-rosenbergi"></birdfyi-bird>The Purple-chested Hummingbird (Polyerata rosenbergi) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a weight of 3.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
A small hummingbird (8-9 cm) found in humid Pacific lowland forests from eastern Panama to western Ecuador. Males have a rich purple breast patch. Nectarivore of Chocó forest edges. Named after the German zoologist William Rosenberg.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.8 g | 0.13 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Found in humid Pacific lowland forests from eastern Panama to western Ecuador. Resident in Chocó forest.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore probing tubular flowers in humid forest. Supplements nectar diet with small insects and spiders caught in flight.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-17 days. Fledging: 20-24 days.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Soft, pure whistle with warm timbre; gentle sustained note barely wavering, given quietly from forest perch.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Polyerata |
| Species | Polyerata rosenbergi |
Distribution
Purple-chested Hummingbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family