Violet Sabrewing, Costa Rica

Name: Violet Sabrewing, Costa Rica
Brand: Tom Putt
Price: 340.0 AUD
Availability: InStock

AUD$340.00

How good are hummingbirds? This was the first one I saw here in Costa Rica.

The Violet Sabrewing (Campylopterus hemileucurus) is one of the largest and most colorful hummingbirds, known for its iridescent plumage that shimmers with shades of deep purple and blue. Native to the tropical forests of Central America, especially in Costa Rica and Panama, this bird is a marvel to behold. Its vibrant feathers change color in different lights, giving it a jewel-like appearance that helps with both attracting mates and blending into its forest surroundings.

Unlike many other hummingbirds, the Violet Sabrewing isn’t highly territorial and tends to roam through the forest in search of flowers. Its curved bill allows it to feed on nectar from long, tubular flowers, and it also supplements its diet with small insects and spiders for added protein. The bird’s name, “sabrewing,” refers to the male’s uniquely shaped primary feathers, which produce a buzzing sound in flight, possibly for communication purposes.

With a length of about 13–15 cm, the Violet Sabrewing is one of the larger hummingbirds. Males perform impressive courtship displays, hovering before potential mates to show off their vivid colors. Once paired, the female handles nesting and raising the young, building a small, cup-shaped nest out of plant fibers and spider webs. Seeing a Violet Sabrewing in its natural habitat is a captivating experience, offering a glimpse into the vibrant world of Central American forests.

1. CHOOSE YOUR SIZE:

60 x 45cms - Rolled Print Only

2. CHOOSE YOUR FINISH:

Rolled Print (with white border)

3. CHOOSE YOUR FRAME COLOUR:

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WHICH FINISH?

Great question! Here's what we recommend...

CANVAS - On trend (we sell heaps) and great for most homes with lots of windows. Soaks up the reflection.
ACRYLIC - On trend with its frameless look. Suits modern homes with big white walls. Highly reflective though.
METAL - The shinny version of canvas. It's framed the same way but instead is very shinny and flat.
FRAMED - Traditional look however we don't sell many framed prints these days.
ROLLED - Perfect if you have your own framer however, remember framing is expensive!

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WHITE BORDER

All Rolled Prints come with a white border. This allows you to have the print framed without having to pay for a mount board.

- 60 x 40cms prints typically have 5cms each side

- 100 x 75cms and larger have 7cms each side.

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SIZE GUIDE

Check out our Print Size Comparison chart to see the different print sizes.

AS A GUIDE:

60 x 40cms - suits a study, hallway, or between doorways
100 x 75cms - suits walls above side boards and fireplaces, for example
150 x 100cms - suits walls above couches and beds, for example
150cms plus is best for large 300cms plus walls, like a living room.

If you’re unsure as to what size would suit your space, please read our comprehensive Artwork Buying Guide here.

If you would like to see how our artwork would look on your wall, you can email us a photograph of your room and we will superimpose it on your wall. We find this is a great way for our customers to decide before making a purchase.

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