Blue-throated Mountain-gem
Lampornis clemenciae
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<birdfyi-bird slug="lampornis-clemenciae"></birdfyi-bird>The Blue-throated Mountain-gem (Lampornis clemenciae) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14.7 cm and a weight of 7.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Giới Thiệu
A large hummingbird (12-13 cm) found in mountain canyons of the southwestern United States and Mexico. Males have a brilliant blue throat gorget. The largest hummingbird breeding in the US. Nectarivore of mountain meadows and garden feeders. Known for its loud, squeaky call.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Chiều Dài Sải Cánh | 14,7 cm | 5.8 in |
| Khối Lượng | 7,25 g | 0.26 oz |
Habitat & Range
Phạm Vi Địa Lý
Found from the mountains of southern Arizona south through Mexico to Honduras in pine-oak forest. 1,400–3,500 m.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of US and Mexican highland forest; visits diverse flowers at medium to high elevation. Takes small arthropods.
Tình Trạng Bảo Tồn
Hành Vi & Sinh Sản
Làm Tổ
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-18 days. Fledging: 24-29 days.
Số Trứng
2
Âm Thanh
Tiếng Hót
Rough, nasal chatter with emphatic delivery; series of coarse buzzy notes audible from considerable distance.
Phân Loại Học
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Bộ | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Họ | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Lampornis |
| Loài | Lampornis clemenciae |
Distribution
Blue-throated Mountain-gem has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family