Slaty Flowerpiercer
Slaty Flowerpiercer
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The Slaty Flowerpiercer is a small, slate-gray bird with a black mask and the characteristic hooked bill. It is a common and widespread resident of highland forests and scrub.
Where to spot
Highlands of southern Mexico and Central America (Guatemala to El Salvador and Honduras). Found in humid to semi-arid montane forests and scrub.
How to spot
Look for it actively piercing flowers for nectar. Its slaty gray plumage with a black mask and hooked bill are diagnostic.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, especially in the morning.
Where to spot
Highlands of southern Mexico and Central America (Guatemala to El Salvador and Honduras). Found in humid to semi-arid montane forests and scrub.
How to spot
Look for it actively piercing flowers for nectar. Its slaty gray plumage with a black mask and hooked bill are diagnostic.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, especially in the morning.
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Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is very common in its range and often seen visiting gardens and feeders, making it one of the most accessible flowerpiercers to observe.
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