Geoffroy's Daggerbill
A species of Wedge-billed hummingbirds, Also known as Geoffroy's Wedgebill Scientific name : Schistes geoffroyi Genus : Wedge-billed hummingbirds
Geoffroy's Daggerbill, A species of Wedge-billed hummingbirds
Also known as:
Geoffroy's Wedgebill
Botanical name: Schistes geoffroyi
Genus: Wedge-billed hummingbirds
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Description
Geoffroy's daggerbill, Geoffroy's wedgebill or eastern wedge-billed hummingbird (Schistes geoffroyi) is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is sometimes merged with the visorbearers in Augastes. It has been split from the white-throated daggerbill by most taxonomic authorities. Some authorities calling them the wedge-billed hummingbird. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. 
Size
10 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Feeding Habits
Geoffroy's Daggerbill primarily feeds on nectar from shrubs, vines, and trees like Centropogon and Fuschia. It also catches insects mid-flight by hawking and sometimes gathers them from plants.
Habitat
Geoffroy's Daggerbill primarily inhabits dense cloud forests and adjacent forest borders. These environments are characterized by rich, lush vegetation, offering ample foraging opportunities at various understory heights. These cloud forests are known for their high humidity, consistent cloud cover, and intricate ecosystem, which provides a suitable home for geoffroy's Daggerbill. This species is generally found in broader geographical regions of tropical South America.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Swifts and hummingbirds Family
Hummingbirds Species
Geoffroy's Daggerbill 
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