Hispaniolan Emerald
Riccordia swainsonii
Least ConcernAves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae
About
The Hispaniolan emerald is a species of hummingbird in the "emeralds", tribe Trochilini of subfamily Trochilinae. It is endemic to the island of Hispaniola, which is shared by the Dominican Republic and Haiti.
Fun Fact
The Hispaniolan emerald was formerly placed in the genus Chlorostilbon.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Inhabits the interior and edges of dense montane rainforest, scrublands, and coffee plantations.
Diet
Feeds on insects captured by hawking from a perch.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance