Sparkling-tailed Woodstar
Tilmatura dupontii
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<birdfyi-bird slug="tilmatura-dupontii"></birdfyi-bird>The Sparkling-tailed Woodstar (Tilmatura dupontii) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 7.2 cm and a weight of 2.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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เกี่ยวกับเรา
A tiny hummingbird (7-8 cm) found in highlands from Mexico to Honduras at 600-2,500 m. Males have a striking elongated, sparkling tail with dark tips. Nectarivore of pine-oak forest edges and gardens. The tail sparkles like fireworks in flight.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| กว้างปีก | 7.2 cm | 2.8 in |
| น้ำหนัก | 2.2 g | 0.08 oz |
Habitat & Range
อาณาเขตทางภูมิศาสตร์
Found in highlands from southern Mexico to Honduras at 600-2,500 m elevation. Resident in pine-oak and cloud forest edges.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on floral nectar at low scrub blooms in dry Central American valleys. Catches small flies and spiders when insect abundance allows.
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เสียง
เสียงร้อง
Sharp, penetrating squeak repeated quickly; tiny piercing notes given insistently during competitive territorial encounter.
อนุกรมวิทยา
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| อันดับ | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| วงศ์ตระกูล | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Tilmatura |
| ชนิดพันธุ์ | Tilmatura dupontii |
Distribution
Sparkling-tailed Woodstar has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family