Fire-throated Metaltail
A species of Metaltails Scientific name : Metallura eupogon Genus : Metaltails
Fire-throated Metaltail, A species of Metaltails
Botanical name: Metallura eupogon
Genus: Metaltails
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Description General Info
Photo By Lars Petersson 
Description
The fiery-throated metaltail or fire-throated metaltail (Metallura eupogon) is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is found only in Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. 
Size
11 cm
Nest Placement
Cliff
Feeding Habits
Due to lack of data on fire-throated Metaltail's diet, no specific feeding habits, dietary adaptations, or preferences can be provided.
Habitat
The fire-throated Metaltail is typically found in open glades rich with Melastomataceae and Ericaceae shrubs within humid, moss-covered dwarf and elfin forests. Their habitat also includes areas where these woodlands transition into Andean grass steppe and along the treeline with shrubby growth. Additionally, fire-throated Metaltail can be found in the neighboring páramo grasslands characterized by regional flora.
Dite type
Nectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Lars Petersson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Swifts and hummingbirds Family
Hummingbirds Genus
Metaltails Species
Fire-throated Metaltail 
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