Purple-crowned Plovercrest
Stephanoxis loddigesii
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A small hummingbird (9-10 cm) found in southeastern Brazil. Males have a purple-violet crest. Nectarivore of Atlantic Forest edges and secondary growth. Recently split from Green-crowned Plovercrest. An Atlantic Forest near-endemic.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 9,5 cm | 3.7 in |
| Poids | 3,2 g | 0.11 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Fischer's Turaco: brilliant metallic green body; crimson crest; white facial streak; green orbital ring; crimson flight feathers
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
Found in southeastern Brazil. Resident in Atlantic Forest edges and secondary growth. An Atlantic Forest near-endemic.
Diet & Feeding
Hovering nectarivore of lowland and montane forest, probing Heliconia and garden flowers. Supplements with insects and spiders.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-16 days.
Taille de la couvée
2
Son
Chant
High, insect-like buzz sustained steadily; thin monotone with rapid modulation barely distinguishable from background insects.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Famille | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Stephanoxis |
| Espèces | Stephanoxis loddigesii |
Distribution
Purple-crowned Plovercrest has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family