Brazilian Ruby
Heliodoxa rubricauda
Least ConcernAves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae
About
The Brazilian ruby is a species of hummingbird in the "brilliants", tribe Heliantheini, in the subfamily Lesbiinae. It is endemic to Brazil.
Fun Fact
The bird was also illustrated in a hand-colored plate engraved by François-Nicolas Martinet in the Planches Enluminées D'Histoire Naturelle which was produced under the supervision of Edme-Louis Daubenton to accompany Buffon's text.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Inhabits the interior of forests, scrublands, parks, and banana plantations, and is frequently seen at feeders.
Diet
Feeds on nectar from a wide variety of flowering plants and trees, both native and introduced.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance