About the White-chinned Sapphire
The White-chinned sapphire is a small species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is found in northern and eastern South America. It inhabits a variety of environments, including lowland tropical forests, woodland edges, and clearings with scattered trees. This species is known for its distinctive steel-blue tail and sexual dimorphism, with males displaying a violet-blue head and throat and a coral-red bill, while females have subdued green plumage. The White-chinned sapphire feeds primarily on nectar from flowering plants but also consumes small arthropods such as insects and spiders. It is non-migratory species and occurs as a year round resident throughout much of its range.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) |
| Species | Chlorestes cyanus |
| Species Codes | whcsap1, WCSA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-chinned Sapphire belong to?
The White-chinned Sapphire (Chlorestes cyanus) belongs to the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the White-chinned Sapphire?
The White-chinned sapphire is a small species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is found in northern and eastern South America. It inhabits a variety of environments, including lowland tropical forests, woodland edges, and clearings with scattered trees. This species is known for its dist...
Where can I report a White-chinned Sapphire sighting?
You can log sightings of White-chinned Sapphire on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whcsap1, or on iNaturalist.