White-bellied Mountain-gem
Lampornis hemileucus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="lampornis-hemileucus"></birdfyi-bird>The White-bellied Mountain-gem (Lampornis hemileucus) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (kolibris), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nachtschwalben und segler). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 12.5 cm and a weight of 5.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A medium-sized hummingbird (11-12 cm) endemic to the highlands of Costa Rica and western Panama at 1,200-2,500 m. Males green with white belly. Nectarivore of cloud forest and forest edges. One of several mountain-gem species endemic to Central American highlands.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 12,5 cm | 4.9 in |
| Gewicht | 5,6000000000000005 g | 0.20 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geografisches Verbreitungsgebiet
Found in highland forest of Costa Rica and Panama on both slopes in cloud forest. 800–2,000 m elevation.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of montane forest understory and edges; visits Ericaceae and Salvia blooms. Gleans small insects from flowers.
Erhaltungsstatus
Lautgebung
Gesang
Melodic, two-note falling whistle; pure warm tones descending gently, given repeatedly from prominent perch.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Caprimulgiformes (Nachtschwalben und Segler) |
| Familie | Trochilidae (Kolibris) |
| Genus | Lampornis |
| Arten | Lampornis hemileucus |
Distribution
White-bellied Mountain-gem has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family