Stripe-tailed Hummingbird
Eupherusa eximia
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<birdfyi-bird slug="eupherusa-eximia"></birdfyi-bird>The Stripe-tailed Hummingbird (Eupherusa eximia) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (kolibris), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nachtschwalben und segler). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11.1 cm and a weight of 4.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A medium-sized hummingbird (10-11 cm) found in humid forests from Mexico to Panama at 500-2,000 m. Green plumage with a distinctive striped rufous-and-dark tail. Nectarivore of forest edges and clearings. One of the most common hummingbirds in Central American highlands.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 11,1 cm | 4.4 in |
| Gewicht | 4,334 g | 0.15 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geografisches Verbreitungsgebiet
Found in humid forests from Mexico to Panama at 500-2,000 m elevation. Resident in Central American highlands.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore specialising in tubular blossoms; supplements the floral nectar diet with tiny insects and spiders caught near flowers.
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Nistverhalten
Nest type: CP.
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Lautgebung
Gesang
Melodic, ascending phrase; smooth pure tones rising steadily in clear musical progression at morning.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Caprimulgiformes (Nachtschwalben und Segler) |
| Familie | Trochilidae (Kolibris) |
| Genus | Eupherusa |
| Arten | Eupherusa eximia |
Distribution
Stripe-tailed Hummingbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family