Buff-winged Starfrontlet

Coeligena conradii

The Buff-winged Starfrontlet is a species of hummingbird found in the Andes of South America. It is known for its iridescent green and buff plumage, with distinctive buff-colored wing patches. These birds are typically found in montane cloud forests and are known for their aerial acrobatics and distinctive high-pitched calls. They primarily feed on nectar from flowers and are important pollinators in their habitat. The Buff-winged Starfrontlet is considered a species of least concern by the IUCN, but its population is threatened by habitat loss and climate change.

Habitat: Montane cloud forests