Violet-capped Woodnymph
Thalurania glaucopis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="thalurania-glaucopis"></birdfyi-bird>The Violet-capped Woodnymph (Thalurania glaucopis) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11 cm and a weight of 4.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
A medium-sized hummingbird (10-11 cm) found in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina. Males have a violet-blue crown and green body. Nectarivore of forest and forest edges. Replaced by Fork-tailed Woodnymph in Amazonia.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 11,0 cm | 4.3 in |
| Poids | 4,78 g | 0.17 oz |
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
Found in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina. Resident.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of South Brazilian forest, visiting bromeliads and Heliconia. Supplements with insects and spiders.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15 days. Fledging: 20-25 days.
Taille de la couvée
2
Son
Chant
Deep, hollow churr with resonant character; prolonged buzzing sound vibrating softly through tropical canopy.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Famille | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Thalurania |
| Espèces | Thalurania glaucopis |
Distribution
Violet-capped Woodnymph has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family