Mountain Velvetbreast

Lafresnaya lafresnayi

Least Concern

Aves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae

About

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

Fun Fact

longirostris, has the longest bill of all, though its curvature is only slightly more than that of the nominate.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs within the forest.

Diet

Feeds on nectar from a variety of plants that have long tubular flowers; those of genus Siphocampylus seem to be especially favored.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance