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Swallow-tailed Hummingbird

Swallow-tailed Hummingbird

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2 months ago door Max
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A large and conspicuous hummingbird, easily recognized by its deeply forked, iridescent blue-black tail, resembling that of a swallow. Its body is primarily iridescent green.
Where to spot
Widespread across eastern and central South America, particularly Brazil. Found in open woodlands, savannas, gardens, and urban parks, often quite visible due to its size.
How to spot
Its large size and distinctive deeply forked, dark blue-black tail are unmistakable. Listen for its loud, high-pitched calls and watch for its direct, powerful flight.
When to spot
Active year-round and throughout the day. It is often seen visiting feeders and large flowering trees, especially in the morning and late afternoon.
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File:Swallow-tailed Hummingbird (Eupetomena macroura) immature - Flickr - berniedup.jpg
File:Beija-flor-tesoura (Eupetomena macroura) - Swallow-tailed Hummingbird.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Eupetomena macroura -Piraju, Sao Paulo, Brazil-8.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Eupetomena macroura - Ricardo - 363827451.jpeg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Eupetomena macroura - Tiago Lubiana - 406760346.jpeg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Eupetomena macroura 134417345.jpeg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Swallow-tailed Hummingbird (Eupetomena macroura) (28790073011).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Swallow-tailed Hummingbird (Eupetomena macroura) (28955031211).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Swallow-tailed Hummingbird (Eupetomena macroura) (30670278463).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Swallow-tailed Hummingbird (Eupetomena macroura) immature - Flickr - berniedup.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The male Swallow-tailed Hummingbird performs elaborate aerial courtship displays, using its long, forked tail to navigate complex flight patterns and impress females.
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Swallow-tailed Hummingbird
Hannover, Niedersachsen
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