Green-and-white Hummingbird
NameGreen-and-white Hummingbird
Common NameGreen-and-white Hummingbird
Scientific NameLeucippus viridicauda
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)15
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)4.5
Plumage DetailsIridescent green on the crown and upperparts, contrasting with clean white underparts. The flanks are green, and the tail is rufous with a dark subterminal band. The bill is straight and black.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of high-pitched, rapid chirps and trills, often given while foraging or in flight.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the eastern Andes of Peru, primarily found in the departments of Amazonas, San Martín, and Huánuco.
Identifying FeaturesGreen upperparts, White underparts, Rufous tail with dark subterminal band, Straight black bill
Description
This medium-sized hummingbird is characterized by its iridescent green upperparts and clean white underparts. It is easily identified by its distinctive rufous tail, which features a dark subterminal band. It typically forages for nectar in the understory of montane forests.
