Hyacinth Visorbearer
NameHyacinth Visorbearer
Common NameHyacinth Visorbearer
Scientific NameAugastes scutatus
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)11
Length (cm)8.5
Weight (g)3.5
Plumage DetailsIridescent green upperparts and crown, a distinct black mask across the eyes, and a brilliant violet-blue (hyacinth) belly. A prominent white band separates the green throat from the violet-blue underparts.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, high-pitched 'tsip' or 'tsee' notes, often given in a rapid series.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to southeastern Brazil, primarily found in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Identifying FeaturesIridescent hyacinth (violet-blue) belly, Prominent white breast band, Iridescent green upperparts and crown, Black mask across the eyes, Straight, relatively short black bill
Description
The Hyacinth Visorbearer is a small, striking hummingbird known for its brilliant iridescent plumage. It typically perches in the understory of its forest habitat, feeding on nectar from various flowers and supplementing its diet with small insects.
