Violet-throated Metaltail
Metallura baroni
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<birdfyi-bird slug="metallura-baroni"></birdfyi-bird>The Violet-throated Metaltail (Metallura baroni) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11.4 cm and a weight of 4.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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소개
소형 벌새로 체장 약 10cm이며, 수컷은 광택 있는 초록에 자주빛 보석색 목과 동색 꽁지를 갖는다. 에콰도르 남부 고지대 관목지에만 서식하는 희귀 고유종이다. 꽃의 꿀을 빨아 먹는다. 위기에 처한 상태이다.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| 날개 폭 | 11.4 cm | 4.5 in |
| 체중 | 4.4 g | 0.16 oz |
Habitat & Range
분포 지역
Endemic to a tiny area in the Cajas plateau region of southwestern Ecuador. 3,000–4,200 m. Critically endangered.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of Ecuadorian treeline vegetation; specialized for Ericaceae blooms above 3000 m. Catches small arthropods.
보전 상태
행동 및 번식
산란 수
2
소리
노래
Melodic, flute-like phrase with clear quality; smooth notes flowing pleasantly in quiet sequence at forest edge.
분류학
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| 목 | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| 과 | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Metallura |
| 종 | Metallura baroni |
Distribution
Violet-throated Metaltail has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family