Chestnut-bellied Hummingbird
Saucerottia castaneiventris
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À propos
A medium-sized hummingbird (9-10 cm) endemic to the eastern Andes of Colombia at 1,400-2,700 m. Males have a distinctive chestnut-red belly. Green body. Nectarivore of cloud forest and forest edges. Classified as Endangered due to limited Colombian range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Poids | 5,0 g | 0.18 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Centropus menbeki: large; dark glossy black-brown; rich chestnut wings; long dark tail; red eye; New Guinea endemic coucal
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
Endemic to the eastern Andes of Colombia at 1,400-2,700 m. Classified as Endangered due to limited range.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on nectar from flowering shrubs and epiphytes. Catches small insects and spiders to meet protein and amino acid requirements.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Taille de la couvée
2
Son
Chant
Melodic, flute-like phrase with clear warm quality; smooth notes flowing pleasantly in quiet forest sequence.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Famille | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Saucerottia |
| Espèces | Saucerottia castaneiventris |
Distribution
Chestnut-bellied Hummingbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family