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White-chinned Sapphire

Chlorestes cyanus · Species of bird
Order
Apodiformes
Codes
whcsap1, WCSA

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

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassAves
OrderApodiformes
FamilyHummingbirds (Trochilidae)
SpeciesChlorestes cyanus
Species Codeswhcsap1, 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.