Overview
The rufous-capped thornbill (Chalcostigma ruficeps) is a species of hummingbird in the "coquettes", tribe Lesbiini of subfamily Lesbiinae. It is found in Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru.
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Range and habitat
Andes of southeastern Ecuador to eastern Peru and Yungas of western Bolivia.
Range description: AviList Global Avian Checklist.
Continents
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Rufous-capped thornbill
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
