White-bellied Woodstar
Chaetocercus mulsant
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<birdfyi-bird slug="chaetocercus-mulsant"></birdfyi-bird>The White-bellied Woodstar (Chaetocercus mulsant) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (kolibris), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nachtschwalben und segler). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 7.8 cm and a weight of 3.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A tiny hummingbird (7-8 cm) found in Andean cloud forests from Colombia to Bolivia at 1,500-3,500 m. Males have a white belly and iridescent gorget. Nectarivore of forest edges and flowering shrubs. One of the most widespread Andean woodstars.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 7,8 cm | 3.1 in |
| Gewicht | 3,9 g | 0.14 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geografisches Verbreitungsgebiet
Found in Andean cloud forests from Colombia to Bolivia at 1,500-3,500 m elevation. Resident across the northern and central Andes.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on floral nectar in Andean cloud forest, favouring small-flowered herbs. Supplements with spiders and soft-bodied insects.
Erhaltungsstatus
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Gesang
Melodic, pure ascending phrase with bright character; clear notes rising smoothly in animated morning territorial song.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Caprimulgiformes (Nachtschwalben und Segler) |
| Familie | Trochilidae (Kolibris) |
| Genus | Chaetocercus |
| Arten | Chaetocercus mulsant |
Distribution
White-bellied Woodstar has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family