Colibrí Manglero
Sapphire-bellied Hummingbird
Chrysuronia lilliae
Song
Sapphire-bellied Hummingbird
Appearance: The Sapphire-bellied Hummingbird males are characterized by their iridescent green upperparts, a vibrant sapphire-blue belly, and a dark throat. Females tend to be less colorful, with more subdued green and gray tones. Both sexes have a short, slightly forked tail.
Habitat: This species inhabits a variety of environments, including lowland humid forests, edges of tropical forests, and shrubby areas. They are found at elevations ranging from sea level to 50 m (164 ft), where flowering plants are abundant.
Behavior: Sapphire-bellied Hummingbirds are known for their agile flight patterns. They are solitary but may be seen in small groups where food resources are plentiful. They exhibit territorial behavior. Males defend their feeding areas from intruders.
Breeding: Breeding behavior includes elaborate courtship displays by males to attract females. Females build small cup-shaped nests often placed in bushes or tree branches. In general, two eggs are laid, and the female is solely responsible for incubating them and caring for the chicks.
Conservation Status: The Sapphire-bellied Hummingbird is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Distribution
The Sapphire-bellied Hummingbird is found in the north of Colombia near the Ciénaga Grande.
Taxonomy
The Sapphire-bellied Hummingbird (Chrysuronia lilliae)
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Aves (Birds)
- Order: Caprimulgiformes
- Family: Trochilidae
- Genus: Chrysuronia
- Species: Chrysuronia lilliae
Vocalization
The vocalization of the Sapphire-bellied Hummingbird consists of a series of soft notes and chirps. These calls are used for communication between individuals, attracting mates, and establishing territory. Males often vocalize during courtship displays to showcase their presence and attract females. It is a stunning species that plays an important role in pollination within its ecosystems.
