Lazuline Sabrewing

Lazuline Sabrewing

Campylopterus falcatus

Least Concern

Aves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae

About

The lazuline sabrewing is a species of hummingbird in the "emeralds", tribe Trochilini of subfamily Trochilinae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.

Fun Fact

Both sexes have a black decurved bill and a white spot behind the eye.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the mountains of north-central and western Venezuela, the Sierra de Perijá on the Venezuela-Colombia border, the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and Eastern Andes of Colombia, and into Ecuador as far south as Napo Province.

Diet

Feeds on insects captured in the air or gleaned from vegetation.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance