Flame-throated sunangel

This specific hummingbird species is native to the montane forests and shrublands of the Andes. It is primarily found in southern Ecuador and northern Peru, typically residing at elevations between 1,500 and 3,000 meters.

The bird gets its name from the striking, bright orange and pinkish-red iridescent patch of feathers on its throat, known as a gorget. The rest of its body is mostly dark green or bronze, making the throat patch stand out vividly.

The species was officially described by the prominent English ornithologist John Gould in 1872. Gould was famous for his detailed illustrations and classifications of various bird species, including Charles Darwin's Galapagos finches.

The flame-throated sunangel is generally considered a resident species rather than a long-distance migrant. However, it may undergo localized altitudinal movements, moving slightly up or down the mountain slopes depending on the seasonal availability of flowering plants.