Spangled Coquette
NameSpangled Coquette
Common NameSpangled Coquette
Scientific NameLophornis stictolophus
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)10.5
Length (cm)6.6
Weight (g)2.7
Plumage DetailsThe male Spangled Coquette features a bright rufous-orange crest tipped with black, a green back, and a black face with a prominent white post-ocular spot. Its throat boasts an iridescent orange gorget adorned with black spangles, while the underparts are buffy-white.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations are typically soft, high-pitched chips or squeaks, often described as 'tsip' or 'tseet' notes, given while foraging or in flight.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is found in the humid montane forests and forest edges of the Andes, ranging from Colombia through Ecuador to northern Peru.
Identifying FeaturesBright orange crest with black tips, Iridescent orange gorget with black spots, Small size, White post-ocular spot
Description
The Spangled Coquette is a tiny, vibrant hummingbird, with the male distinguished by its spectacular rufous-orange crest and iridescent spangled gorget. It is an active and agile flier, often seen darting among flowers in its forest habitat.
