The shining-green hummingbird is a species of hummingbird in the "emeralds", tribe Trochilini of subfamily Trochilinae. It is found in Colombia and Venezuela.
Region
Northern South America
Typical Environment
Occurs from northern and northwestern Colombia into western and northern Venezuela, especially around the Caribbean lowlands and the Maracaibo Basin. It inhabits dry to semi-humid scrub, thorn forest, open woodland edges, and cultivated areas with flowering plants. The species readily visits gardens and hedgerows and adapts well to human-altered landscapes where nectar sources are abundant. It is typically found at low to mid elevations and is considered a year-round resident throughout its range.
Altitude Range
Sea level to 1700 m
Climate Zone
Tropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
The shining-green hummingbird is an emerald hummingbird of northern South America, noted for its intense, glittering green plumage. It frequents dry to semi-arid scrub, open woodlands, and gardens, often defending rich flowering shrubs. Like most hummingbirds, it supplements nectar with tiny insects for protein. It is generally common within its range in Colombia and Venezuela.
Temperament
territorial around flowering shrubs
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats with agile hovering
Social Behavior
Typically solitary at feeders and flowers, with males defending small feeding territories. Breeding involves aerial displays; nests are tiny cups of plant down and spider silk placed on low horizontal branches. Females alone incubate and care for the young.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
Vocalizations are a series of thin, high-pitched chips and twitters delivered from exposed perches. Wing hum is audible at close range and may accompany chases. Song is simple and repetitive compared to many passerines.
