description Bronzy inca Overview
The bronzy inca is a hummingbird of the genus Coeligena found from Venezuela to Bolivia, described by René Lesson in 1833. It inhabits montane forest and cloud forest at elevations generally between 1,500 and 2,800 meters. It is one of the widest-ranging species among the incas, a group of Andean hummingbirds known for their iridescent plumage.
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What is the bronzy inca's scientific name?
The bronzy inca is Coeligena coeligena, a hummingbird in the brilliants group. French ornithologist René Lesson described it in 1833.
Where can I find a bronzy inca?
It occurs along the Andes from Venezuela through Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru to Bolivia. The species is associated with montane forest and cloud-forest habitats.
At what elevation does the bronzy inca live?
A useful field range is roughly 1,500 to 2,800 meters above sea level, though local records vary. That elevation band explains why it is more likely in Andean mountain forest than in lowland tropical forest.
What does the bronzy inca eat?
Like other hummingbirds, it takes nectar from flowers and also catches small insects for protein. Its bill lets it exploit tubular flowers in high-elevation forest, where it also acts as a pollinator.
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