Black-hooded Sunbeam
A species of Sunbeams Scientific name : Aglaeactis pamela Genus : Sunbeams
Black-hooded Sunbeam, A species of Sunbeams
Botanical name: Aglaeactis pamela
Genus: Sunbeams
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Description General Info
Photo By Dubi Shapiro Description
Size
14 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Habitat
The black-hooded Sunbeam is typically found in humid montane forests as well as in areas of humid to semihumid montane scrub. These birds prefer environments with dense vegetation that offer them ample shelter and feeding opportunities, characterized by a rich biodiversity of flora, conducive to their survival and breeding.
Dite type
Nectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Distribution Area
The Black-hooded sunbeam is endemic to the Americas, specifically common around the Bolivian territory of the Andes mountain range. It occupies high-altitude humid montane forests and humid to semihumid montane scrublands, at altitudes of 2,500–4,200 m (8,200–13,800 ft) above sea level.
Photo By Dubi Shapiro Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Swifts and hummingbirds Family
Hummingbirds Genus
Sunbeams Species
Black-hooded Sunbeam