Crimson Topaz
A species of Topazes Scientific name : Topaza pella Genus : Topazes
Crimson Topaz, A species of Topazes
Botanical name: Topaza pella
Genus: Topazes
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Photo By Dubi Shapiro 
Description
The crimson topaz can reach a length of 21–23 centimetres (8.3–9.1 in) in males (including bill abt. 5 cm and tail abt. 12 cm), while females reach 13–14 centimetres (5.1–5.5 in). Both males and females weigh about 10 grams. It may be the second largest species of hummingbird after the giant hummingbird. The male is notably larger and, with iridescent crimson plumage and sparkling green throat, more spectacular-looking than the female. Belly and breast are metallic orange-red. The wings are brown and are maroon in the lower part. The long tail coverts are golden green. They have short, slightly curved beaks that allow them to feed from a variety of local plants. 
Size
13 - 23 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Crimson Topaz primarily feeds on nectar from flowering forest canopy trees and epiphytes, occasionally foraging near ground level. It defends feeding territories and catches insects in flight, demonstrating versatility in both foraging altitude and diet.
Habitat
The crimson Topaz is typically found in the dense, humid environments of lowland and foothill rainforests. It thrives in areas with natural sunlight, such as those created by clearings and treefalls. Preferring the vicinity of water, the bird frequents granite outcrops and gallery forests flanking riverbanks and is especially common along the margins of smaller streams and creeks.
Dite type
Nectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Behavior
These hummingbirds mainly feed on nectar of flowering trees in the canopy of the forest (Bromeliaceae and Ericaceae).
Distribution Area
This species can be found in Brazil, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest up to 500 m. They live in the upper and middle canopy, and are rarely seen on the ground.
Photo By Dubi Shapiro 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Swifts and hummingbirds Family
Hummingbirds Genus
Topazes Species
Crimson Topaz 
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