
Coppery Metaltail
A species of Metaltails Scientific name : Metallura theresiae Genus : Metaltails
Coppery Metaltail, A species of Metaltails
Botanical name: Metallura theresiae
Genus: Metaltails
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Description

The coppery metaltail (Metallura theresiae) 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
Habitat
The coppery Metaltail is typically found in environments that encompass the edges of elfin forests as well as shrubby paramo regions. These habitats are characterized by dense, low-canopy woodland and open, grassy areas with shrubs, providing a mix of foraging and nesting sites conducive to the species' requirements.
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
Coppery Metaltail