Red-tailed Comet
Red-tailed Comet
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The Red-tailed Comet is a magnificent hummingbird found in the Andes, renowned for its brilliant iridescent red tail that contrasts sharply with its green body. Males are particularly stunning, displaying their vibrant plumage during flight.
Where to spot
Found in the Andes of South America, from southern Peru through Bolivia and into northwestern Argentina. It inhabits dry intermontane valleys, shrublands, and open woodlands at elevations from 2,000 to 4,000 meters.
How to spot
Look for its unmistakable long, red, forked tail as it hovers to feed on large-flowered plants. Listen for its rapid wing beats and high-pitched calls. They can often be found at hummingbird feeders in suitable high-altitude habitats.
When to spot
Observable throughout the year during daylight hours. Mornings and late afternoons are often the best times for viewing when they are most actively feeding.
Where to spot
Found in the Andes of South America, from southern Peru through Bolivia and into northwestern Argentina. It inhabits dry intermontane valleys, shrublands, and open woodlands at elevations from 2,000 to 4,000 meters.
How to spot
Look for its unmistakable long, red, forked tail as it hovers to feed on large-flowered plants. Listen for its rapid wing beats and high-pitched calls. They can often be found at hummingbird feeders in suitable high-altitude habitats.
When to spot
Observable throughout the year during daylight hours. Mornings and late afternoons are often the best times for viewing when they are most actively feeding.
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Wikimedia Commons
The Red-tailed Comet's spectacular bifurcated (forked) tail, which can be almost as long as its body, turns a fiery red in sunlight, making it one of the most visually striking and easily identifiable hummingbirds.
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