Amethyst Woodstar
Calliphlox amethystina
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<birdfyi-bird slug="calliphlox-amethystina"></birdfyi-bird>The Amethyst Woodstar (Calliphlox amethystina) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (kolibris), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nachtschwalben und segler). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 7 cm and a weight of 2.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A tiny hummingbird (7-8 cm) found in humid forests from eastern Colombia and Venezuela through Amazonia to Brazil, Bolivia, and Argentina. Males have an amethyst-purple throat. Nectarivore of forest edges and clearings. One of the most widespread woodstars.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 7,0 cm | 2.8 in |
| Gewicht | 2,9 g | 0.10 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geografisches Verbreitungsgebiet
Widespread in open habitats from Bolivia and Brazil south to Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Sea level to 1,200 m.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore visiting small flowers at forest edges and clearings; insect-like flight. Catches tiny flies and gnats near blooms.
Erhaltungsstatus
Verhalten & Brutverhalten
Nistverhalten
Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 20-22 days.
Gelegegröße
2
Lautgebung
Gesang
High, crystalline notes in ascending phrase; clear bright musical tones climbing smoothly in lively morning song.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Caprimulgiformes (Nachtschwalben und Segler) |
| Familie | Trochilidae (Kolibris) |
| Genus | Calliphlox |
| Arten | Calliphlox amethystina |
Distribution
Amethyst Woodstar has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family