Amethyst Woodstar
Calliphlox amethystina
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A tiny hummingbird (7-8 cm) found in humid forests from eastern Colombia and Venezuela through Amazonia to Brazil, Bolivia, and Argentina. Males have an amethyst-purple throat. Nectarivore of forest edges and clearings. One of the most widespread woodstars.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 7,0 cm | 2.8 in |
| Poids | 2,9 g | 0.10 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Buff-breasted Sabrewing: males with glittering purple gorget; metallic bronze-green above; buff underparts; females green above; spots
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
Widespread in open habitats from Bolivia and Brazil south to Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Sea level to 1,200 m.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore visiting small flowers at forest edges and clearings; insect-like flight. Catches tiny flies and gnats near blooms.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 20-22 days.
Taille de la couvée
2
Son
Chant
High, crystalline notes in ascending phrase; clear bright musical tones climbing smoothly in lively morning song.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Famille | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Calliphlox |
| Espèces | Calliphlox amethystina |
Distribution
Amethyst Woodstar has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family