Great Sapphirewing
Pterophanes cyanopterus
Least ConcernAves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae
About
The great sapphirewing is a species of hummingbird in the "brilliants", tribe Heliantheini in subfamily Lesbiinae. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Fun Fact
The great sapphirewing is one of the largest hummingbirds; only the two of genus Topaza and the giant hummingbird (Patagona gigas) are larger.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Feeds on the nectar of a wide variety of flowering plants, most of which are fairly small though some are larger.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance