Mountain Avocetbill
Opisthoprora euryptera
Least ConcernAves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae
About
The mountain avocetbill is a species of hummingbird in the "coquettes", tribe Lesbiini of subfamily Lesbiinae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Fun Fact
The mountain avocetbill forages up to 3 m (10 ft) above the ground.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Inhabits the interior, edges, and clearings of elfin forest and humid montane forest and is often seen in roadside shrubbery.
Diet
Feeds on nectar both while hovering and by clinging to flowers; it sometimes "robs" nectar by piercing the base of a flower.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance