Velvet-purple Coronet
A species of Coronets Scientific name : Boissonneaua jardini Genus : Coronets
Velvet-purple Coronet, A species of Coronets
Botanical name: Boissonneaua jardini
Genus: Coronets
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Description
Its highly iridescent plumage is striking, being largely bluish-purple below and on the crown, greenish-blue on the back, green on the upperwing coverts, and rufous on the underwing coverts. In poor light it may appear all black, except for the strongly contrasting white outer rectrices. 
Size
13 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Velvet-purple Coronet primarily feeds on nectar, foraging from lower vegetation to the canopy. It exhibits aerial insect catching, known as hawking, to supplement its diet. Velvet-purple Coronet shows territorial feeding behaviors.
Habitat
Velvet-purple Coronet typically inhabits tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, often frequenting the misty forest edges. These birds are also seen in shrubby clearings within the Pacific lowlands and can adapt to disturbed habitats. The species prefers regions characterized by heavy vegetation, a moist climate, and a prevalence of moss-covered trees.
Dite type
Nectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Swifts and hummingbirds Family
Hummingbirds Genus
Coronets Species
Velvet-purple Coronet 
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