description Black-breasted puffleg Overview
The black-breasted puffleg, Eriocnemis nigrivestis, is a hummingbird endemic to the high Andes of northwestern Ecuador. The species is recognized by its predominantly dark plumage and the conspicuous white feather tufts around its legs that give pufflegs their name. It occupies humid montane forest and forest edges within a very restricted range, making habitat loss and fragmentation particularly important threats to its remaining populations.
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Black-breasted puffleg ranks #190 of 287 in the Hummingbird ranking, behind Perija starfrontlet, ahead of Violet-crowned Hummingbird.
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How good is Black-breasted puffleg?
Black-breasted puffleg scores 7.01/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Hummingbird category.
What are the best alternatives to Black-breasted puffleg?
See our alternatives page for Black-breasted puffleg for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Turquoise-throated puffleg, Colorful puffleg, Golden-breasted puffleg.
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