Juan Fernández Firecrown
NameJuan Fernández Firecrown
Common NameJuan Fernández Firecrown
Scientific NameSephanoides fernandensis
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)11
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)10.5
Plumage DetailsMales are entirely rufous-orange with a brilliant iridescent golden-red crown and black flight feathers. Females are iridescent green above, white below with green flanks, and also possess a golden-red crown. The image shows a male.
Vocalization / CallTheir calls are typically high-pitched, sharp chips or squeaks, often given while foraging or defending territory.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, coastal
Conservation Statuscritically-endangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Juan Fernández Archipelago, Chile, primarily found on Robinson Crusoe Island.
Identifying Featuresentirely rufous-orange male plumage, iridescent golden-red crown, long, slender black bill, endemic to Juan Fernández Archipelago
Description
This critically endangered hummingbird is endemic to the Juan Fernández Archipelago. Males are striking rufous-orange with an iridescent golden-red crown, while females are green above and white below with a golden-red crown. They are highly territorial and feed on nectar and small insects.
