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Slender-tailed Woodstar

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The Slender-tailed Woodstar is a tiny and delicate hummingbird known for the male's exceptionally slender, needle-like tail feathers. It inhabits the dry, high-altitude regions of central South America.

Where to spot

Found in arid montane scrub, dry forests, and bushy slopes in the Andes of southern Bolivia and northwestern Argentina. It typically occurs at elevations between 1,500 and 3,500 meters.

How to spot

Its very small size and the male's distinctive, long, and exceptionally slender tail are key identification marks. Look for it darting quickly between small flowers or hovering briefly at feeders. Females have a shorter, less specialized tail.

When to spot

Most active during daylight, especially in the early mornings and late afternoons when visiting flowers for nectar. It is a resident species in its high-altitude range.

Where to spot

Found in arid montane scrub, dry forests, and bushy slopes in the Andes of southern Bolivia and northwestern Argentina. It typically occurs at elevations between 1,500 and 3,500 meters.

How to spot

When to spot

Most active during daylight, especially in the early mornings and late afternoons when visiting flowers for nectar. It is a resident species in its high-altitude range.

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Its uniquely fine, pointed tail feathers are a distinguishing characteristic among woodstars, believed to assist in precise aerial maneuvering, particularly during feeding or display flights.

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