White-booted Racket-tail
White-booted Racket-tail
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The White-booted Racket-tail is a small, enchanting hummingbird characterized by its uniquely elongated outer tail feathers, which end in distinctive 'rackets' or discs. It also features fluffy white leg tufts.
Where to spot
Inhabits humid montane forests, forest edges, and shrubby clearings in the Andes of Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador.
How to spot
Look for it feeding at small flowers, often hovering delicately. The male's racketed tail and both sexes' fluffy white leg tufts are key identification features, especially in flight or when perched.
When to spot
Year-round. Active during daylight hours, especially in the early morning and late afternoon when foraging is most productive.
Where to spot
Inhabits humid montane forests, forest edges, and shrubby clearings in the Andes of Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador.
How to spot
Look for it feeding at small flowers, often hovering delicately. The male's racketed tail and both sexes' fluffy white leg tufts are key identification features, especially in flight or when perched.
When to spot
Year-round. Active during daylight hours, especially in the early morning and late afternoon when foraging is most productive.
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Only the male White-booted Racket-tail possesses the impressive racketed tail feathers, which are used in elaborate courtship displays to attract females.
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