Magenta-throated Woodstar
NameMagenta-throated Woodstar
Common NameMagenta-throated Woodstar
Scientific NamePhilodice bryantae
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)10.5
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)3
Plumage DetailsMales have an iridescent magenta gorget (throat), a green crown and back, a white breast band, and rufous flanks. Their tail is deeply forked with dark outer feathers. Females are duller, lacking the magenta throat and having a less deeply forked tail.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of soft, high-pitched chips or short, rapid trills, often given while foraging or interacting.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the highlands of Costa Rica and western Panama, inhabiting humid montane forests, forest edges, and clearings.
Identifying FeaturesIridescent magenta throat (male), Green back and crown, Rufous flanks, White breast band, Deeply forked tail (male), Small size, Long, straight, slender bill
Description
This small, iridescent hummingbird is known for the male's striking magenta throat. It is an agile flyer, often seen hovering to feed on nectar from various flowers in its montane forest habitat.
