Merida Sunangel
Heliangelus spencei
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<birdfyi-bird slug="heliangelus-spencei"></birdfyi-bird>The Merida Sunangel (Heliangelus spencei) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11.7 cm and a weight of 5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A small hummingbird (10-11 cm) endemic to the Andes of western Venezuela (Mérida) at 2,400-3,500 m. Males have a glittering purple throat. Green plumage. Nectarivore of páramo and cloud forest edges. A range-restricted Venezuelan endemic.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 11,7 cm | 4.6 in |
| Poids | 5,0 g | 0.18 oz |
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
Endemic to the Mérida Andes of Venezuela in cloud forest and páramo edge. 2,200–3,400 m elevation.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore defending territories around productive Ericaceae patches. Supplements with tiny insects and spiders from foliage.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP.
Taille de la couvée
2
Son
Chant
Rough, buzzy trill with scratchy edge; coarse sustained notes with raw texture carrying across dense tropical scrub.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Famille | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Heliangelus |
| Espèces | Heliangelus spencei |
Distribution
Merida Sunangel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family