Sapphire-vented Puffleg

Eriocnemis luciani

The Sapphire-vented Puffleg is a stunning hummingbird species found in the Andes of South America. It is distinguished by its iridescent green and blue plumage, with a vibrant sapphire-blue patch on its vent. This small bird is known for its agility and swift flight, often seen darting between flowers to feed on nectar. It inhabits montane cloud forests and paramo, where it can be found at high elevations. The species is threatened by habitat loss and fragmentation due to deforestation and agricultural expansion.

Habitat: Montane cloud forests and paramo