description Peruvian Sheartail Overview
The Peruvian Sheartail (Thaumastura cora) is a hummingbird endemic to coastal Peru and extreme northern Chile. The male is notable for its exceptionally long, wire-like outer tail feathers that extend well beyond the body, along with a rose-purple throat, while females have a shorter, graduated tail. It inhabits arid lowland areas including desert scrub, agricultural lands, and gardens. The species is currently classified as Least Concern.
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Where does the Peruvian Sheartail live?
The Peruvian Sheartail, Thaumastura cora, is endemic to coastal Peru and extreme northern Chile. It is associated with dry coastal regions rather than the high Andean forests used by many other hummingbirds.
Why is the Peruvian Sheartail called a sheartail?
The male has exceptionally long, wire-like outer tail feathers that extend well beyond the body. Those tail streamers are the species' most distinctive feature.
What color is the male Peruvian Sheartail's throat?
The male has a rose-purple throat patch. Combined with the long outer tail feathers, that color helps distinguish it from other hummingbirds in coastal Peru.
What is the scientific name of the Peruvian Sheartail?
The scientific name is Thaumastura cora. Its range is concentrated along coastal Peru and reaches into extreme northern Chile.
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