Bronze-tailed Thornbill

Chalcostigma heteropogon

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae

About

The bronze-tailed thornbill is a species of hummingbird in the "coquettes", tribe Lesbiini of subfamily Lesbiinae. It is found in Colombia and Venezuela.

Fun Fact

The taxonomy of genus Chalcostigma is unsettled.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits steep rocky slopes within semi-arid to humid páramo grasslands and also the edges of Polylepis and other stunted woodland.

Diet

Feeds on nectar from a variety of flowers and shrubs.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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