Glowing Puffleg

Eriocnemis vestita

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae

About

The glowing puffleg is a species of hummingbird in the "brilliants", tribe Heliantheini in subfamily Lesbiinae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Fun Fact

smaragdinipectus have the largest purple throat patch of all.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on nectar, usually at the flowers of low-growing shrubs with short corollas.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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