Olivaceous Thornbill
Chalcostigma olivaceum
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A small hummingbird (11-12 cm) found in Andean puna and páramo from Peru to Bolivia at 3,500-4,800 m. Olive-green plumage with subtle throat iridescence. Nectarivore of high-altitude flowering plants. One of the drabbest thornbills. Tolerates extreme cold.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 16,3 cm | 6.4 in |
| Poids | 7,3999999999999995 g | 0.26 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Blue-tufted Starthroat: males with iridescent blue-green gorget; metallic green above; white pectoral tufts; females green above; spots
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
Widespread in high Andean puna grassland from Peru to Bolivia and northwestern Argentina. 3,200–4,800 m.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of high Bolivian and Peruvian páramo; short bill accesses small open flowers. Gleans insects from leaf litter.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Taille de la couvée
2
Son
Chant
Buzzy, high-frequency trill with insect-like quality; sustained continuous vibration with rapid amplitude modulation.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Famille | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Chalcostigma |
| Espèces | Chalcostigma olivaceum |
Distribution
Olivaceous Thornbill has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family