description Purple-throated Starfrontlet Overview
The Purple-throated Starfrontlet (Coeligena helianthea) is a hummingbird of the Andes, occurring in Colombia and western Venezuela. The male is notable for its vivid iridescent purple throat patch, which contrasts with otherwise greenish-bronze plumage. Females are generally duller, with a speckled throat and buffy underparts. It inhabits humid montane forest, forest edges, and paramo shrublands at highland elevations.
The species is currently classified as Least Concern.
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Where does the Purple-throated Starfrontlet live?
The Purple-throated Starfrontlet, Coeligena helianthea, occurs in the Andes of Colombia and western Venezuela. It is a mountain hummingbird rather than a species of lowland tropical forest.
What does the male Purple-throated Starfrontlet look like?
The male has a vivid iridescent purple throat patch contrasting with greenish-bronze plumage. Females are generally duller in color.
Why is it called a starfrontlet?
Starfrontlet is the common name for a group of Andean hummingbirds known for vivid, jewel-like plumage patches. In this species, the purple throat is the standout feature of the male.
What is the scientific name of the Purple-throated Starfrontlet?
The scientific name is Coeligena helianthea. Its range includes the Andes of Colombia and western Venezuela.
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