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Black Jacobin
- Scientific name
- Florisuga fusca
- Family
- Trochilidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Forest mixed
- Wing shape
- Pointed
- Tail shape
- Forked
Where it came from
The Black Jacobin, or Florisuga fusca, is a species of hummingbird found within the humid forests and gardens of eastern South America. It was scientifically described by Louis Jean Pierre Vieillot in 1817. As a member of the Trochilidae family, its evolutionary development has resulted in its distinct, pointed wing shape and notably forked tail, which facilitate rapid, agile flight through dense canopy environments.
The bird is characterized by its largely uniform, dark, soot-colored plumage, which stands in contrast to the iridescent displays seen in many other hummingbird species. Its design represents a specialized adaptation to its ecological niche, favoring subtle coloration that allows it to forage effectively in low-light environments. Historically, it has been a subject of interest for naturalists documenting the biodiversity of the Atlantic Forest region.
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