Frilled Coquette
NameFrilled Coquette
Common NameFrilled Coquette
Scientific NameLophornis magnificus
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)10.5
Length (cm)7
Weight (g)2.75
Plumage DetailsMales feature a prominent rufous crest and iridescent green upperparts. The face is black, bordered by white-tipped rufous frills on the sides of the neck. Underparts are grayish-green, and the tail is rufous with a black subterminal band.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations are generally soft and inconspicuous, consisting of high-pitched chips and trills, often given while foraging or hovering.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to eastern Brazil, found primarily in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Identifying Featuresrufous crest, white-tipped rufous neck frills, iridescent green back, small size, straight, short bill
Description
A tiny, iridescent hummingbird known for the male's striking rufous crest and white-tipped rufous neck frills. It is often seen hovering at flowers to feed on nectar or catching small insects in flight.
