description Gorgeted Woodstar Overview
The Gorgeted Woodstar (Chaetocercus heliodor) is a very small hummingbird of montane forests and forest edges in the Andes of Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador. Adult males have a glittering pinkish-purple gorget extending across the throat and upper breast, whereas females are more subdued and lack the male's ornate throat patch. Like other woodstars, it feeds at flowers while hovering and also captures small arthropods.
help Gorgeted Woodstar FAQ
Where does the gorgeted woodstar live?
The gorgeted woodstar, Chaetocercus heliodor, is found in montane forests and forest edges in the Andes. Its range includes Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador.
How can you identify a male gorgeted woodstar?
Adult males have a glittering pinkish-purple gorget extending across the throat and upper breast. The gorget is an iridescent feather patch whose color can shift with the light.
What is the scientific name of the gorgeted woodstar?
Its scientific name is Chaetocercus heliodor. It is a very small hummingbird of northern South American mountain habitats.
Does the gorgeted woodstar live in forest interiors only?
No. It uses both montane forest and forest-edge habitats. Flowering plants along edges can provide nectar while the surrounding vegetation offers cover.
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