Brown Inca
NameBrown Inca
Common NameBrown Inca
Scientific NameCoeligena wilsoni
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)6
Plumage DetailsThe Brown Inca has a predominantly dark bronzy-brown plumage, with a distinctive white patch on the side of its neck or chest. Its wings show rufous primary feathers, especially noticeable in flight, and it has a dark, slightly forked tail. The bill is long, straight, and black.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically include soft, high-pitched 'tsip' or 'tseet' notes, sometimes given in a series.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the humid montane forests of the Andes, specifically in southwestern Colombia and western Ecuador.
Identifying FeaturesDark bronzy-brown plumage, Prominent white spot on side of neck/chest, Long, straight black bill, Rufous primary feathers (visible in flight)
Description
The Brown Inca is a medium-sized hummingbird characterized by its dark bronzy-brown plumage and a prominent white spot on the side of its neck. It primarily feeds on nectar, hovering gracefully at flowers in the humid montane forests of the Andes.
