Crimson Topaz
Topaza pella
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<birdfyi-bird slug="topaza-pella"></birdfyi-bird>The Crimson Topaz (Topaza pella) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15 cm and a weight of 12.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Hakkında
A spectacular, large hummingbird (18-20 cm including long tail) of northern South America. Male has glittering crimson-red throat and breast with a golden-green back. The largest hummingbird in its range. Nectarivore of lowland tropical forest canopy, visiting large flowers. Found in Venezuela, the Guianas, and northern Brazil.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Kanat Açıklığı | 15,0 cm | 5.9 in |
| Ağırlık | 12,625 g | 0.45 oz |
Habitat & Range
Coğrafi Dağılım
Found in the Guiana Shield and Amazon basin from Colombia and Venezuela south to Peru and Brazil. Resident near rivers in lowland forest.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore and insectivore; extracts nectar from trap-lining flowers and hawks small flying insects in forest understorey.
Koruma Durumu
Davranış & Üreme
Yuvalama
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 21 days.
Kuluçka Büyüklüğü
2
Ses
Şarkı
Rough, raspy chatter with intermittent clear whistles; complex mix of harsh and musical notes characteristic of active pairs.
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Takım | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Familya | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Topaza |
| Türler | Topaza pella |
Distribution
Crimson Topaz has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family