Rufous-capped Thornbill
Chalcostigma ruficeps
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<birdfyi-bird slug="chalcostigma-ruficeps"></birdfyi-bird>The Rufous-capped Thornbill (Chalcostigma ruficeps) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11.6 cm and a weight of 3.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Sobre
Espigueiro-de-coroa-ruiva (Chalcostigma ruficeps), 8–9 cm. Macho com coroa ruivo-alaranjada distinta, garganta com gorget roxo-esverdeado, dorso verde-oliva. Habita páramos e bordas de floresta de altitude nos Andes do Equador e Peru. Alimenta-se de néctar e pequenos insetos.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 11,6 cm | 4.6 in |
| Peso | 3,6666666666666665 g | 0.13 oz |
Habitat & Range
Distribuição geográfica
Found on the eastern Andean slope from Ecuador south to Bolivia in lower montane forest. 1,200–2,600 m elevation.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of Peruvian and Bolivian puna; forages at Chuquiraga and low shrubs. Catches tiny arthropods.
Estado de conservação
Comportamento e reprodução
Tamanho da postura
2
Som
Canto
Melodic, descending phrase with warm timbre; clear notes stepping down smoothly in relaxed musical progression.
Taxonomia
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordem | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Família | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Chalcostigma |
| Espécies | Chalcostigma ruficeps |
Distribution
Rufous-capped Thornbill has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family