Merida Flowerpiercer
A species of Flowerpiercers Scientific name : Diglossa gloriosa Genus : Flowerpiercers
Merida Flowerpiercer, A species of Flowerpiercers
Botanical name: Diglossa gloriosa
Genus: Flowerpiercers
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Description General Info
Description
The Mérida flowerpiercer (Diglossa gloriosa) is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is endemic to Venezuela. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests and subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland.
Size
13 cm
Nest Placement
Shrub
Habitat
The merida Flowerpiercer primarily resides in semihumid and humid montane scrub environments. It also occupies habitats such as elfin forests and the edges of montane evergreen forests. Preferring drier and more open areas, merida Flowerpiercer is typically found in forest edges, sparse woodlands, and occasionally amidst isolated shrubs and trees. This species has a tendency to be uncommon to locally common within these habitats.
Dite type
Nectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tanagers Genus
Flowerpiercers Species
Merida Flowerpiercer