Saw-billed Hermit - the largest hummingbird in the Atlantic Forest and one of the largest in the world.
The Atlantic Forest is one of Brazil's richest and most threatened biomes, with an impressive biodiversity. Among the many treasures this biome holds, hummingbirds stand out for their beauty and ecological importance, as they play a fundamental role in the pollination of native plants. These small birds captivate observers and nature lovers with their vibrant colors and agility.
There are about 300 different species of hummingbirds distributed across the Americas, each with its unique characteristics, such as size, color, and behavior. Brazil is a true paradise for hummingbirds! It is estimated that there are about 84 species of hummingbirds in Brazil, some of which are exclusive to the Atlantic Forest.
LIST OF ATLANTIC FOREST HUMMINGBIRDS
Below is an exclusive list of hummingbirds from the Atlantic Forest, compiled from species that are more accessible in the states of São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Espírito Santo. Keep in mind that this list may not be 100% complete.
1. Black Jacobin
2. Saw-billed Hermit
3. Rufous-breasted Hermit
4. Dusky-throated Hermit
5. Reddish Hermit
6. Planalto Hermit
7. Scale-throated Hermit
8. White-vented Violetear
9. beija-flor-de-bochecha-azul
10. White-tailed Goldenthroat
11. Black-throated Mango
12. Frilled Coquette
13. Festive Coquette
14. Brazilian Ruby
15. Stripe-breasted Starthroat
16. Amethyst Woodstar
17. Glittering-bellied Emerald
18. Green-crowned Plovercrest
19. Violet-crowned Plovercrest
20. Violet-capped Woodnymph
21. Swallow-tailed Hummingbird
22. Sombre Hummingbird
23. Versicolored Emerald
24. White-throated Hummingbird
25. Glittering-throated Emerald
26. Sapphire-spangled Emerald
27. Gilded Hummingbird
28. Rufous-throated Sapphire
29. White-chinned Sapphire
30. Blue-chinned Sapphire
31. Minute Hermit
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