Colibrí Culirrufo
Rufous-vented Whitetip
Urosticte ruficrissa
Song
Rufous-vented Whitetip
Appearance: The Rufous-vented Whitetip is a small hummingbird measuring 9.4 cm in length. Males are characterized by their striking iridescent green plumage with a white tip on their tails. The vent area is rufous, providing a contrast to the green body. Females are less vibrant, with more muted colors and less pronounced tail markings. They have a straight, slender bill adapted for nectar feeding.
Habitat: This species is found in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It tends to inhabit the understory and edges of forests. They are found at elevations ranging from 700 to 1600 m above sea level.
Behavior: Rufous-vented Whitetips feed on nectar from a variety of flowering plants. They play a role in pollination due to their feeding habits. They consume small insects and spiders to supplement their diet. They are capable of rapid and agile flight, often hovering in place while feeding.
Breeding: The breeding behavior of Rufous-vented Whitetips is not extensively documented, but like many hummingbirds, they build small cup-shaped nests. Females lay two white eggs, which they incubate alone. The specifics of their breeding season can vary based on local environmental conditions.
Conservation Status: The Rufous-vented Whitetip is classified as Least Concern.
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Distribution
The Rufous-vented Whitetip is found in the eastern and central ranges of the Andes. They are part of the diverse avian community in Colombia's montane forest regions.
Taxonomy
The Rufous-vented Whitetip (Urosticte ruficrissa)
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Aves (Birds)
- Order: Caprimulgiformes
- Family: Trochilidae
- Genus: Urosticte
- Species: Urosticte ruficrissa
Vocalization
Detailed descriptions of its specific calls and trills are not as widely documented. Hummingbirds produce a variety of sounds that can include chips, chirps, and trills, often used for communication, such as attracting mates or defending territory. The Rufous-vented Whitetip uses similar sounds, but recordings or detailed studies of its vocalizations might be necessary for precise descriptions.
