Glittering-throated Emerald
NameGlittering-throated Emerald
Common NameGlittering-throated Emerald
Scientific NameAmazilia fimbriata
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)11
Length (cm)9
Weight (g)4.25
Plumage DetailsIridescent green on the crown, upperparts, and throat, transitioning to a white belly and undertail coverts. The tail is bronzy-green, and the straight bill is reddish at the base with a black tip.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched 'tsip' or 'tsee' notes, often given in rapid succession while perched or during flight.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across northern South America, including eastern Venezuela, the Guianas (Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana), and northern Brazil, extending south into parts of Bolivia and Peru.
Identifying FeaturesIridescent green throat and upperparts, White belly, Straight bill, reddish at base with black tip, Bronzy-green tail
Description
This medium-sized hummingbird is characterized by its iridescent green plumage on the upperparts and throat, contrasting with a clean white belly. It is a highly active bird, frequently seen hovering to feed on nectar from various flowers or darting to catch small insects in flight.
