Hispaniolan Emerald
NameHispaniolan Emerald
Common NameHispaniolan Emerald
Scientific NameChlorostilbon swainsonii
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)11
Length (cm)10
Weight (g)3.75
Plumage DetailsMales are entirely iridescent emerald-green, with a glittering throat and breast, green back and crown, and a dark, slightly forked tail. The bill is reddish at the base and black at the tip. Females are duller, with green upperparts, a white stripe behind the eye, and grayish underparts.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched chips and squeaks, often described as a 'tsip' or 'tsee' sound.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Hispaniola, found in both the Dominican Republic and Haiti.
Identifying Featuressmall size, iridescent emerald green plumage, short straight bill with reddish base, endemic to Hispaniola
Description
This small hummingbird is characterized by its brilliant iridescent green plumage, particularly in males. It has a short, straight bill that is reddish at the base and black at the tip. It primarily feeds on nectar and small insects, inhabiting forests and cultivated areas on Hispaniola.
