Black-tailed Trainbearer
Lesbia victoriae
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<birdfyi-bird slug="lesbia-victoriae"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-tailed Trainbearer (Lesbia victoriae) 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 4.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Tentang
A spectacular hummingbird (10 cm body + 15 cm tail in males) found in Andean highlands from Colombia to Peru at 2,500-4,000 m. Males have extraordinarily long, black outer tail streamers. Nectarivore of páramo and cloud forest edges. Named for its dramatic trailing tail feathers.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Rentang Sayap | 11,7 cm | 4.6 in |
| Berat | 4,9 g | 0.17 oz |
Habitat & Range
Rentang Geografis
Found in high Andean scrub and open habitats from Colombia south through Ecuador and Peru to Bolivia. 2,500–4,200 m.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of Andean dry inter-valley scrub; visits Salvia, Lupinus, and Calceolaria. Supplements with small arthropods.
Status Konservasi
Perilaku & Berkembang Biak
Bersarang
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 18-19 days. Fledging: 29-31 days.
Suara
Kicauan
Sharp, crackling trill with percussive edge; rapid dry notes delivered forcefully near active competitive territory.
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordo | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Famili | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Lesbia |
| Spesies | Lesbia victoriae |
Distribution
Black-tailed Trainbearer has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family