Blue-capped Puffleg
A species of Typical Pufflegs Scientific name : Eriocnemis glaucopoides Genus : Typical Pufflegs
Blue-capped Puffleg, A species of Typical Pufflegs
Botanical name: Eriocnemis glaucopoides
Genus: Typical Pufflegs
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Description General Info
Description
The blue-capped puffleg (Eriocnemis glaucopoides) is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is found in Argentina and Bolivia. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forest and heavily degraded former forest. 
Size
11 cm
Nest Placement
Shrub
Feeding Habits
Blue-capped Puffleg primarily feeds on nectar from low-lying flowers at vegetation borders, displaying a foraging behavior specific to its dietary needs.
Habitat
The blue-capped Puffleg typically inhabits temperate zones characterized by humid slopes with abundant grass and dense shrubbery. It is also found at the edges of cloudforests and, in certain regions, in drier habitats dominated by Myrtaceae and stunted trees. These areas are generally known for their moderate climate and rich vegetation that support the blue-capped Puffleg's requirements for feeding and breeding.
Dite type
Nectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Swifts and hummingbirds Family
Hummingbirds Genus
Typical Pufflegs Species
Blue-capped Puffleg 
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