Pirre Hummingbird
A species of Pirre Hummingbird Scientific name : Goldmania bella Genus : Pirre Hummingbird
Pirre Hummingbird, A species of Pirre Hummingbird
Botanical name: Goldmania bella
Genus: Pirre Hummingbird
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Description
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Description
The Pirre hummingbird (Goldmania bella), also somewhat misleadingly known as the rufous-cheeked hummingbird, is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. Found in Panama and far northwestern Colombia, its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Size
10 cm
Feeding Habits
Pirre Hummingbird primarily feeds on nectar, especially from red and blue flowers, and supplements its diet with small arthropods. Its feeding behavior is adapted to hovering and skilled maneuvering among blossoms, showcasing a preference for certain floral hues.
Habitat
The pirre Hummingbird thrives in the dense understory of humid montane forests, often frequenting areas at the forest edge. These birds are endemic to the highland regions where they have adapted to a life within thick vegetation, finding food and shelter. The broader habitat extends across the Neotropical realm, characterized by high biodiversity and complex ecosystems.
Dite type
Herbivorous
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Swifts and hummingbirds Family
Hummingbirds Genus
Pirre Hummingbird Species
Pirre Hummingbird