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White-tailed Sabrewing

White-tailed Sabrewing

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The White-tipped Sabrewing is a robust hummingbird easily identified by the prominent white tips on its outer tail feathers, which are particularly visible in flight. It is a common and distinctive species in its range.
Where to spot
Found in the mountains of northeastern Venezuela and on the island of Trinidad, typically inhabiting humid montane and lower montane forests.
How to spot
Search for it at flowering trees and shrubs in forest edges, clearings, and gardens. It often perches conspicuously on exposed branches. Pay attention to its tail during hovering and flight.
When to spot
A year-round resident in its native habitat. Look for it during daylight hours, especially in the cooler parts of the day.
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File:Apodiformes - Campylopterus ensipennis - 1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The white tips on its tail feathers are a consistent and reliable field mark, making it one of the easier sabrewing species to identify even from a distance.
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