Purple-throated Woodstar

Porphyrolaema porphyrolaema

The Purple-throated Woodstar is a small hummingbird species found in the Andean region of South America. It is characterized by its iridescent green and purple plumage, with the male having a distinctive purple throat patch. These birds are known for their remarkable agility and speed in flight, often visiting high-altitude flowering plants to feed on nectar. They also consume small insects as part of their diet. The Purple-throated Woodstar is an important pollinator in its ecosystem, contributing to the reproductive success of many plant species. Despite its small size, this species plays a significant role in the ecological balance of the Andean cloud forests.

Habitat: Andean cloud forests