Hyacinth Visorbearer
Augastes scutatus
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 10,7 cm | 4.2 in |
| Poids | 3,3 g | 0.12 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Velvet-purple Coronet: brilliant velvety purple head; glittering green gorget; iridescent purple body; white underparts; straight bill
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
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.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-16 days. Fledging: 19-25 days.
Taille de la couvée
2
Son
Chant
Soft, pure sustained tone with gentle vibrato; single melodic note trembling slightly, typical of quiet upland forest perches.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Famille | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Augastes |
| Espèces | Augastes scutatus |
Distribution
Hyacinth Visorbearer has been recorded in 1 countries.
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