Black Metaltail
A species of Metaltails Scientific name : Metallura phoebe Genus : Metaltails
Black Metaltail, A species of Metaltails
Botanical name: Metallura phoebe
Genus: Metaltails
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Description
The black metaltail (Metallura phoebe) is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is endemic to Peru and possibly stretches to northern Chile and Bolivia. Within the latter two countries it is possible that there may be speciation or separate subspecies but more research is required. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forest and subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland. Its song has been reported to be a repeating "tsee" noise. Like most hummingbirds it hovers in flight for most of its nectar feeding, and will also hunt arthropods. Eggs are usually laid between July and January. It has recently been threatened by deforestation and degradation of grasslands. 
Size
14 cm
Nest Placement
Cliff
Habitat
Black Metaltail typically inhabits semi-arid open montane scrub and woodlands, including areas with Polylepis trees. They are also found in vegetated canyons and bushy or shrubby slopes. Their preference for temperate to upper subtropical environments is primarily in regions associated with the Andes mountain range.
Dite type
Nectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Swifts and hummingbirds Family
Hummingbirds Genus
Metaltails Species
Black Metaltail 
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