Giant Hummingbird
Patagona gigas
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<birdfyi-bird slug="patagona-gigas"></birdfyi-bird>The Giant Hummingbird (Patagona gigas) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (kolibris), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nachtschwalben und segler). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 27.1 cm and a weight of 18.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The world's largest hummingbird (21-23 cm, weight 18-24 g), roughly the size of a European Starling. Green-brown plumage. Found in open habitats along the Andes from Colombia to Chile and Argentina at 2,000-4,500 m. Nectarivore of cacti and large flowers. Unusually slow wingbeat for a hummingbird.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 27,1 cm | 10.7 in |
| Gewicht | 18,925 g | 0.67 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geografisches Verbreitungsgebiet
Found along the Andes from Ecuador south through Peru and Bolivia to Argentina and Chile. 2,000–4,500 m. World's largest hummingbird.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore; world's largest hummingbird. Forages at Puya and Agave flowers, hovering briefly then perching. Catches large insects.
Erhaltungsstatus
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Nistverhalten
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-13 days.
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Gesang
Soft, lilting melody with flute-like purity; smooth notes weaving gently in pleasant sequence at forest edge.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Caprimulgiformes (Nachtschwalben und Segler) |
| Familie | Trochilidae (Kolibris) |
| Genus | Patagona |
| Arten | Patagona gigas |
Distribution
Giant Hummingbird has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family