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[1759/10977] Brown violetear - Colibri delphinae

Order: Apodiformes Family: Trochilidae Subfamily: Polytminae

Photo credit: Jeff Hapeman via Macaulay Library

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Hummingbird Species, Part 7

Today’s featured flyer is the brown violetear, Colibri delphinae. Introduction: The natural world is home to a plethora of extraordinary creatures, and among the most captivating is the Brown Violet-Eared Hummingbird, scientifically known as Colibri delphinae. With its vibrant plumage, astonishing flight capabilities, and unique characteristics, this species stands out as an enchanting marvel.…

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Hummingbird Species, Part 64

Today’s bird is the brown violetear, Colibri delphinae. The Brown Violetear Hummingbird, scientifically known as Colibri delphinae, is a small bird species that belongs to the family Trochilidae. It is native to the Andean region of South America, where it can be found in high-altitude forests, cloud forests, and sometimes in urban areas with gardens and parks. Despite its small size, the Brown…

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Brown Violetear - Colibri delphinae

Lacking the bright gaudy greens of other members of the genus, the overall brown plumage and bright violet auriculars (hence the common name violet-ear) make the Brown Violetear, Colibri delphinae (Apodiformes - Trochilidae) one of the most distinctive hummingbirds.

This is a neotropical species of humid evergreen forest, preferring semi open areas of second-growth, edges, shrubby patches and shade coffee plantations.

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Photo credit: ©Delia O. Unson | Locality: Jardin Encantado, San Francisco, Cundinamarca, Colombia (2014)