Many-spotted Hummingbird

Taphrospilus hypostictus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae

About

The many-spotted hummingbird is a species of hummingbird in the "emeralds", tribe Trochilini of subfamily Trochilinae. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and possibly Argentina.

Fun Fact

The many-spotted hummingbird's song is a "quiet series of wheezy, electric warbles and gravelly-sounding chatters".

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits the interior and edges of humid foothill and subtropical forest, favoring small ravines.

Diet

Feeds on small insects captured by hawking from a perch.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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