Chestnut-breasted Coronet

Boissonneaua matthewsii

The Chestnut-breasted Coronet is a striking hummingbird species found in the cloud forests of the Andes mountains in South America. It is characterized by its iridescent green and chestnut plumage, with a distinctive white patch on the chest. These birds are important pollinators, feeding on nectar from a variety of flowers. They are often observed darting between flowers with remarkable agility. The Chestnut-breasted Coronet plays a vital role in the ecosystem as a pollinator and contributes to the biodiversity of the cloud forest habitats.

Habitat: Cloud forests of the Andes mountains