Scientific name Lophornis Higher classification Trochilinae | Family Trochilidae Phylum Chordata Rank Genus | |
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Lower classifications Tufted coquette, Frilled coquette, Rufous‑crested coquette, Festive coquette, Dot‑eared coquette | ||
Tufted coquette lophornis ornatus
Lophornis is a genus of hummingbird in the Trochilidae family. These are all tiny birds, ranking among the smallest hummingbirds. No species exceeds 9 centimetres (3.5 in) and most are under 7.5 centimetres (3.0 in) in total length. The male coquettes are noted from their outlandish, colorful crests and markings, the females being more subdued. It contains the following ten species:
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Lophornis magnificus
References
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