Green-breasted Mango
NameGreen-breasted Mango
Common NameGreen-breasted Mango
Scientific NameAnthracothorax prevostii
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)11
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)7
Plumage DetailsMales have a brilliant iridescent green head and back, a velvety black central stripe on the throat and breast bordered by iridescent blue-green, and a deep iridescent magenta tail. Females are similar but have a white central breast with a black stripe, and a tail with a broad black subterminal band and white tips.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a sharp 'tsip' or 'chip' note, often given repeatedly. They also produce a buzzing or whirring sound during flight.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound from eastern Mexico south through Central America to Costa Rica, and also in parts of northern South America, including Colombia and Venezuela. It also occurs on some Caribbean islands.
Identifying FeaturesIridescent green plumage, Velvety black central breast stripe (males), Iridescent magenta tail (males), Slightly decurved black bill, White-tipped outer tail feathers (females)
Description
The Green-breasted Mango is a medium-sized hummingbird known for its iridescent plumage. It is often seen hovering at flowers to feed on nectar or catching small insects in flight, displaying its rapid wing beats.
