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Rufous-tailed Hummingbird

Amazilia tzacatl

Least Concern

About

One of the most common hummingbirds in Central America and northwestern South America, rufous-tailed hummingbirds are medium-sized with green upper parts and a diagnostic bright rufous-orange tail. Found from Mexico to Ecuador and Trinidad in a wide range of habitats including forest edges, gardens, plantations, and secondary growth from sea level to 2,100 meters. Aggressive territory defenders at feeders and flowering plants, they are frequently seen in gardens across their range. Listed as Least Concern.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Apodiformes (Apodiformes)

Species

Amazilia tzacatl (Rufous-tailed Hummingbird)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ハイバラエメラルドハチドリ

Chinese 棕尾蜂鳥

Spanish Colibrí cola rojiza

French Ariane à ventre gris

German Braunschwanzamazilie

Russian Коричневохвоетая амазилия

Similar Species in Amazilia

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Violet-bellied Hummingbird

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Amazilia yucatanensis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rufous-tailed Hummingbird?

The scientific name of Rufous-tailed Hummingbird is Amazilia tzacatl. It belongs to the genus Amazilia.

What is the conservation status of Rufous-tailed Hummingbird?

Rufous-tailed Hummingbird (Amazilia tzacatl) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Rufous-tailed Hummingbird live?

Rufous-tailed Hummingbird is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Rufous-tailed Hummingbird belong to?

Rufous-tailed Hummingbird (Amazilia tzacatl) belongs to the genus Amazilia, which is part of the taxonomic family Trochilidae.

Is Rufous-tailed Hummingbird endangered?

No, Rufous-tailed Hummingbird (Amazilia tzacatl) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Rufous-tailed Hummingbird belong to?

Rufous-tailed Hummingbird (Amazilia tzacatl) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Rufous-tailed Hummingbird?

The closest relatives of Rufous-tailed Hummingbird in the genus Amazilia include Violet-bellied Hummingbird, Honduran Emerald, Mangrove Hummingbird, Buff-bellied Hummingbird, Cinnamon Hummingbird.