Black-backed Thornbill
Black-backed Thornbill
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The Black-backed Thornbill (Ramphomicron) is a tiny hummingbird endemic to a small region of the Colombian Andes. It is characterized by its very short, straight bill and a dark, almost black back, contrasting with a rufous belly in males.
Where to spot
Endemic to a highly restricted area in the high Andes of northern Colombia, specifically in humid montane forests and páramo borders, typically at elevations between 2,800 to 3,500 meters.
How to spot
Look for its minute size and extremely short bill, which it uses for nectar feeding and insect gleaning. Males have a dark back and rufous belly. It can be elusive due to its size, so patience is key. Focus on flowering bushes at forest edges or clearings.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, especially in the morning. Observable year-round within its limited range.
Where to spot
Endemic to a highly restricted area in the high Andes of northern Colombia, specifically in humid montane forests and páramo borders, typically at elevations between 2,800 to 3,500 meters.
How to spot
Look for its minute size and extremely short bill, which it uses for nectar feeding and insect gleaning. Males have a dark back and rufous belly. It can be elusive due to its size, so patience is key. Focus on flowering bushes at forest edges or clearings.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, especially in the morning. Observable year-round within its limited range.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Despite its common name sharing with Lesbia victoriae, this Black-backed Thornbill belongs to a different genus (Ramphomicron) and is distinguished by its incredibly short bill, among the shortest relative to body size of all hummingbirds.
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