description Purple-collared Woodstar Overview
The Purple-collared Woodstar (Myrtis fanny) is a small hummingbird found in western Ecuador and Peru, principally in arid and semi-arid country west of the Andes. The adult male is distinguished by an iridescent purple gorget bordered below by a white breast band, while the female lacks this vivid throat pattern. It occurs in scrub, open woodland, cultivated areas, and gardens, where it feeds on flower nectar and small arthropods.
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Where does the purple-collared woodstar live?
The purple-collared woodstar, Myrtis fanny, occurs in western Ecuador and Peru. It is principally associated with arid and semi-arid country west of the Andes.
How can you identify a male purple-collared woodstar?
The adult male has an iridescent purple gorget bordered below by a white breast band. That strong purple-and-white throat pattern is central to the species' common name.
What is the scientific name of the purple-collared woodstar?
Its scientific name is Myrtis fanny. It is a small woodstar hummingbird adapted to dry western Andean environments.
Is the purple-collared woodstar a rainforest species?
Its principal habitat is arid and semi-arid country west of the Andes, not wet rainforest. It is recorded in western Ecuador and Peru.
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