Rufous-webbed Brilliant

Syndactyla ruficollis

The Rufous-webbed Brilliant is a striking hummingbird species found in the Andes of South America. It is known for its vibrant plumage and long, forked tail. The male has iridescent green and blue plumage on its upperparts, while the throat and chest are a brilliant rufous color. The female is slightly duller in coloration but still displays the distinctive rufous throat. These birds are often found in montane forests and cloud forests, where they feed on nectar from a variety of flowers. They are known for their agile flight and distinctive whirring sound made by their rapidly beating wings.

Habitat: Montane forests and cloud forests