Hyacinth Visorbearer
Augastes scutatus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="augastes-scutatus"></birdfyi-bird>The Hyacinth Visorbearer (Augastes scutatus) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (colibríes), within the order Caprimulgiformes (chotacabras y vencejos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10.7 cm and a weight of 3.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A small hummingbird (8-9 cm) endemic to the highlands of southeastern Brazil, particularly Minas Gerais. Iridescent hyacinth-blue forehead visor and green plumage. Nectarivore of rocky campo rupestre habitats with sparse vegetation. Classified as Near Threatened.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 10,7 cm | 4.2 in |
| Peso | 3,3 g | 0.12 oz |
Habitat & Range
Distribución geográfica
Endemic to the campo rupestre of the Espinhaço Range in Minas Gerais, Brazil. Found at 900–1,600 m elevation.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of Brazilian cerrado flowers, particularly Vellozia and Qualea. Catches small insects near rocky outcrops.
Estado de conservación
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-16 days. Fledging: 19-25 days.
Tamaño de la puesta
2
Sonido
Canto
Soft, pure sustained tone with gentle vibrato; single melodic note trembling slightly, typical of quiet upland forest perches.
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Caprimulgiformes (Chotacabras y Vencejos) |
| Familia | Trochilidae (Colibríes) |
| Genus | Augastes |
| Especies | Augastes scutatus |
Distribution
Hyacinth Visorbearer has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family