Green-throated Carib
Eulampis holosericeus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="eulampis-holosericeus"></birdfyi-bird>The Green-throated Carib (Eulampis holosericeus) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (kolibris), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nachtschwalben und segler). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11.9 cm and a weight of 5.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A medium-sized hummingbird (11-12 cm) found across the Lesser Antilles from Puerto Rico to Grenada. Bright green plumage with a green throat patch. Nectarivore of gardens, forest edges, and plantations. One of the most common hummingbirds in the eastern Caribbean.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 11,9 cm | 4.7 in |
| Gewicht | 5,916666666666667 g | 0.21 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geografisches Verbreitungsgebiet
Found throughout the Lesser Antilles from St. Kitts to Grenada in forest, gardens, and scrub. Sea level to 700 m.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore specializing in Heliconia caribaea and other large-flowered Caribbean plants. Defends territories around nectar sources.
Erhaltungsstatus
Verhalten & Brutverhalten
Nistverhalten
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 17-19 days. Fledging: 20-22 days.
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Lautgebung
Gesang
Deep, resonant churring with powerful bass; loud low-frequency trill audible at impressive range across open terrain.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Caprimulgiformes (Nachtschwalben und Segler) |
| Familie | Trochilidae (Kolibris) |
| Genus | Eulampis |
| Arten | Eulampis holosericeus |
Distribution
Green-throated Carib has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family