Butterfly Coquette
Butterfly Coquette
100
3 days ago
Points:
100
Not yet spotted on Fladder
Spotted
The Green-crested Coquette is a tiny, jewel-like hummingbird found in northwestern South America. Males are distinguished by their prominent emerald-green crest and an iridescent gorget.
Where to spot
Primarily found in the western Amazon basin, from eastern Colombia and Ecuador to northeastern Peru and western Brazil. Inhabits humid forests and forest edges.
How to spot
Patience is key for observing this fast-moving bird. Look for its small size, overall green plumage, and the male's distinct green crest and iridescent throat.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, with peak foraging activity often in the early morning and late afternoon. Observable year-round.
Where to spot
Primarily found in the western Amazon basin, from eastern Colombia and Ecuador to northeastern Peru and western Brazil. Inhabits humid forests and forest edges.
How to spot
Patience is key for observing this fast-moving bird. Look for its small size, overall green plumage, and the male's distinct green crest and iridescent throat.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, with peak foraging activity often in the early morning and late afternoon. Observable year-round.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This coquette is known for its rapid, erratic flight patterns, making it challenging to track as it flits between flowers, but its vibrant colors are striking when seen.
Loading...
Spotted
- Recently spotted
- 48 (Seen in the last 3 months)
- Last spotted
- 3 days ago
Monthly observations
No observations
Loading...
Nothing spotted yet
Also interesting
Share this page
Or share directly on
