Buff-tailed Coronet

Boissonneaua flavescens

The Buff-tailed Coronet is a medium-sized hummingbird found in the Andes of South America. It has a distinctive buffy tail and a vibrant green body with a glittering purple crown. These birds are often found in montane forests and cloud forests, where they feed on nectar from flowers and small insects. They are known for their agile flight and can often be seen darting between flowers in search of food. The Buff-tailed Coronet plays an important role in pollination within its habitat and is a delight to observe with its iridescent plumage and energetic behavior.

Habitat: Montane forests and cloud forests