Fork-tailed Woodnymph
Thalurania furcata
Least ConcernAves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae
About
The fork-tailed woodnymph is a species of hummingbird in the "emeralds", tribe Trochilini of subfamily Trochilinae. It is found in every mainland South American country except Chile and Uruguay.
Fun Fact
He placed it with all the other hummingbirds in the genus Trochilus and coined the binomial name Trochilus furcatus.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in terra firme and várzea forests, especially their edges and gaps; mature secondary forest; and semi-open areas such as plantations and gardens.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance