Long-tailed Sylph

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Long-tailed Sylph (<em>Aglaiocercus kingii</em>) is a species of Hummingbirds (<em>Trochilidae</em>) in the order Swifts and Hummingbirds.

Overview

Long-tailed Sylph (Aglaiocercus kingii) is a species of Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) in the order Swifts and Hummingbirds.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Aglaiocercus; binomial: Aglaiocercus kingii; authority: (Lesson, RP, 1832).

Distribution

Breeding range: South America.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Correct species name of Long-tailed Sylph is kingii, not kingi (H&M 3rd corrigenda 8).

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