Jacamar Barbiblanco
White-chinned Jacamar
Galbula tombacea
Song
Appearance: The White-chinned Jacamar has a green head and upperparts, a white throat and chin, and a reddish-brown breast and belly. Like other jacamars, it has a long, stout bill adapted for catching insects.
Habitat: The White-chinned Jacamar inhabits lowland tropical forests, including mature and secondary forests. It is often found near streams, rivers, and forest edges.
Behavior: White-chinned Jacamars are observed perched quietly, waiting for flying insects. They feed on insects caught in mid-air using their bills. These birds are solitary or found in pairs and are not known for being very vocal.
Breeding: White-chinned Jacamars excavate their nests in soft, decaying wood, usually in riverbanks or termite mounds. The female lays 2-4 eggs, and both parents take turns incubating the eggs and caring for the chicks.
Conservation Status: The White-chinned Jacamar is also listed as a species of Least Concern by the IUCN.
MALE
FEMALE
Distribution
Amazon Region: The Amazon region includes areas in the Amazonas and Caquetá. This region is a significant habitat for the White-chinned Jacamar. The dense tropical rainforests and diverse ecosystems of the Amazon region provide suitable conditions for this bird species.
Orinoco Region: Portions of the Orinoco region, such as Meta and Vichada departments, also provide habitat for the White-chinned Jacamar.
Taxonomy
The White-chinned Jacamar (Galbula tombacea)
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Aves (Birds)
- Order: Galbuliformes
- Family: Galbulidae
- Genus: Galbula
- Species: Galbula tombacea
Vocalization
Calls: The vocalizations of the White-chinned Jacamar are described as a series of rolling or rattling notes. Its calls are often soft and melodious, consisting of low-pitched, guttural sounds. The bird may produce vocalizations during territorial displays or to communicate with its mate.
Territorial Calls: White-chinned Jacamars may use vocalizations to establish and defend their territory within their habitat. These calls can vary in intensity and pitch, depending on the context and perceived threat.
Breeding Calls: During the breeding season, White-chinned Jacamars may engage in more intense vocalizations to attract a mate or communicate with their partner. These calls may play a role in pair bonding and coordination during the breeding process.
