Rainbow Starfrontlet
Rainbow Starfrontlet
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The Rainbow Starfrontlet is a spectacular hummingbird, truly living up to its name with a dazzling array of iridescent colors across its plumage. It's a sought-after species among birdwatchers, inhabiting specific high-altitude cloud forests.
Where to spot
Found exclusively in the humid montane forests and cloud forests of the Andes, primarily in southern Ecuador and northern Peru. It typically occurs at elevations between 2,500 to 3,300 meters (8,200 to 10,800 feet).
How to spot
Look for it around flowering trees and shrubs, particularly those with long, tubular flowers. Observing from a distance with binoculars allows for appreciation of its full spectrum of colors without disturbing it.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, especially visible when sunlight hits its iridescent plumage. They are resident birds and can be observed year-round in their specific habitat.
Where to spot
Found exclusively in the humid montane forests and cloud forests of the Andes, primarily in southern Ecuador and northern Peru. It typically occurs at elevations between 2,500 to 3,300 meters (8,200 to 10,800 feet).
How to spot
Look for it around flowering trees and shrubs, particularly those with long, tubular flowers. Observing from a distance with binoculars allows for appreciation of its full spectrum of colors without disturbing it.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, especially visible when sunlight hits its iridescent plumage. They are resident birds and can be observed year-round in their specific habitat.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The Rainbow Starfrontlet is one of the most vividly colored hummingbirds, with a gorget and crown that can flash shades of green, blue, purple, and orange depending on the light angle.
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