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Many-spotted Hummingbird

Many-spotted Hummingbird

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22 hours ago
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Spotted
A distinctive hummingbird known for the scattered white spots or specks on its underparts, giving it a unique mottled appearance. It has a mostly green upper body.
Where to spot
Found in humid montane forests and their edges, as well as clearings and shrubby areas in the eastern Andes of South America (e.g., Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia).
How to spot
Look for its unique speckled underparts, which are the primary identification feature. It often perches upright on a branch and can be seen visiting flowers at various heights.
When to spot
Observable year-round during daylight hours. Best times are early morning and late afternoon when foraging activity is high.
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File:Many-spotted hummingbird (Taphrospilus hypostictus) in flight Sumaco.jpg
File:Taphrospilus hypostictus, Many-spotted Hummingbird.jpg
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File:Many-spotted Hummingbird (Taphrospilus hypostictus) 2015-06-14 (1) (38519776470).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Many-spotted Hummingbird (Taphrospilus hypostictus) 2015-06-14 (6) (39431512165).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Many-spotted hummingbird (Taphrospilus hypostictus) in flight Sumaco.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Taphrospilus hypostictus, Many-spotted Hummingbird.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Taphrospilus hypostictus.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Taphrospilus hypostictus (12711177483).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The 'many-spotted' pattern is most pronounced on its flanks and breast, providing excellent camouflage amidst dappled light in its forest habitat.
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