Olive-spotted Hummingbird
Talaphorus chlorocercus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="talaphorus-chlorocercus"></birdfyi-bird>The Olive-spotted Hummingbird (Talaphorus chlorocercus) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (kolibris), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nachtschwalben und segler). Recorded measurements include a weight of 4.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A small hummingbird (8-9 cm) found in humid lowland forests from Colombia to Peru and western Brazil. Green plumage with olive spots on flanks. Nectarivore of forest edges and river-edge habitats. An uncommon species of western Amazonian lowlands.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Gewicht | 4,85 g | 0.17 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geografisches Verbreitungsgebiet
Found in humid lowland forests from Colombia to Peru and western Brazil. Resident in western Amazonian lowlands.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on nectar from diverse forest flowers, hovering briefly at each bloom. Takes small insects and spiders for essential protein.
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Nistverhalten
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-15 days. Fledging: 20 days.
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Lautgebung
Gesang
Melodic, descending phrase with warm rich timbre; smooth notes flowing warmly downward in relaxed sequence.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Caprimulgiformes (Nachtschwalben und Segler) |
| Familie | Trochilidae (Kolibris) |
| Genus | Talaphorus |
| Arten | Talaphorus chlorocercus |
Distribution
Olive-spotted Hummingbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family