Gould's Inca
NameGould's Inca
Common NameGould's Inca
Scientific NameCoeligena torquata
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)12
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)8
Plumage DetailsIridescent green body, black head, prominent rufous-orange collar on the nape and upper back, white leg tufts, and white tips on the outer tail feathers. It possesses a long, straight, black bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched, squeaky notes and a rapid series of 'chip' sounds, often given while foraging or interacting.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes of South America, ranging from Venezuela south through Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. The subspecies 'Gould's Inca' (*Coeligena torquata inca*) is specifically found in southeastern Peru.
Identifying Featuresblack head, rufous collar, iridescent green body, long straight bill, white leg tufts, white-tipped tail feathers
Description
This medium-sized hummingbird is characterized by its iridescent green body, black head, and distinctive rufous collar. It typically hovers to feed on nectar from flowers, often found in humid montane forests.
