Orange-throated Sunangel
NameOrange-throated Sunangel
Common NameOrange-throated Sunangel
Scientific NameHeliangelus mavors
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)13
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)5.5
Plumage DetailsMales have a dark crown, iridescent orange-rufous gorget, dark green upperparts, a buffy breast band, and a dark belly with green flanks. Females are duller with a white throat often speckled with rufous.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched chips and squeaks, often a repeated 'tsip' or 'tseet' sound.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Andes of Colombia and Venezuela, specifically the Eastern Andes of Colombia and the Cordillera de Mérida in Venezuela.
Identifying Featuresiridescent orange-rufous throat (male), dark green body, buffy breast band, straight black bill, small size
Description
This medium-sized hummingbird is characterized by the male's striking iridescent orange-rufous throat. It inhabits humid montane forests, feeding on nectar and small insects, and is often seen perching or hovering at flowers.
