Black-hooded Sunbeam
NameBlack-hooded Sunbeam
Common NameBlack-hooded Sunbeam
Scientific NameAglaeactis pamela
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)7
Plumage DetailsMales have a glossy black head and upper breast, an iridescent emerald-green back, and a striking rufous-chestnut lower back, rump, and tail. A small white patch is visible on the flanks. Females are similar but often duller.
Vocalization / CallGenerally a quiet species, its vocalizations include soft, high-pitched chips and occasional trills, often given while foraging or perching.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsmountain, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes mountains of southern Peru and Bolivia, typically at elevations between 2,500 and 4,000 meters.
Identifying FeaturesBlack hood and upper breast, Iridescent emerald-green back, Rufous-chestnut lower back, rump, and tail, Small white flank patch
Description
The Black-hooded Sunbeam is a medium-sized hummingbird characterized by its dark head and iridescent plumage. It typically perches on exposed branches in high-altitude scrub, feeding on nectar from various flowering plants.
