Crimson Topaz
Topaza pella
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<birdfyi-bird slug="topaza-pella"></birdfyi-bird>The Crimson Topaz (Topaza pella) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (colibríes), within the order Caprimulgiformes (chotacabras y vencejos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15 cm and a weight of 12.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A spectacular, large hummingbird (18-20 cm including long tail) of northern South America. Male has glittering crimson-red throat and breast with a golden-green back. The largest hummingbird in its range. Nectarivore of lowland tropical forest canopy, visiting large flowers. Found in Venezuela, the Guianas, and northern Brazil.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 15,0 cm | 5.9 in |
| Peso | 12,625 g | 0.45 oz |
Habitat & Range
Distribución geográfica
Found in the Guiana Shield and Amazon basin from Colombia and Venezuela south to Peru and Brazil. Resident near rivers in lowland forest.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore and insectivore; extracts nectar from trap-lining flowers and hawks small flying insects in forest understorey.
Estado de conservación
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 21 days.
Tamaño de la puesta
2
Sonido
Canto
Rough, raspy chatter with intermittent clear whistles; complex mix of harsh and musical notes characteristic of active pairs.
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Caprimulgiformes (Chotacabras y Vencejos) |
| Familia | Trochilidae (Colibríes) |
| Genus | Topaza |
| Especies | Topaza pella |
Distribution
Crimson Topaz has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family