Chestnut-breasted Coronet
NameChestnut-breasted Coronet
Common NameChestnut-breasted Coronet
Scientific NameBoissonneaua matthewsii
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)18
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)7
Plumage DetailsIridescent emerald green on crown, nape, back, throat, and upper breast. Lower breast and belly are a rich chestnut-red. Wings are dark with rufous patches, and the tail is dark.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched, sharp 'tsip' or 'tseet' notes, sometimes delivered in a rapid series.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeAndes of southern Colombia, Ecuador, and northern Peru.
Identifying FeaturesIridescent green head and back, Chestnut-red breast and belly, Dark, straight bill, Rufous wing patches
Description
This medium-sized hummingbird is easily recognized by its iridescent green head and back contrasting with a vibrant chestnut-red breast and belly. It typically hovers gracefully while feeding on nectar from flowers in montane forest habitats.
