Higher classification Coeligena | Phylum Chordata Family Trochilidae Scientific name Coeligena coeligena Rank Species | |
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Similar Coeligena, Greenish puffleg, Blue‑throated starfrontlet, Emerald‑bellied puffleg, Buff‑thighed puffleg | ||
Bronzy inca coeligena coeligena la romera c andes
The bronzy inca (Coeligena coeligena) is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
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Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Description
The bronzy inca is a large hummingbird, measuring 5 in (13 cm) in length. The main colour of the plumage is iridescent purple. The upperparts vary from a rich violet to a sparkling red, while the underparts are suffused with a greyish tinge. Each individual feather is banded with lighter and darker colours. The tail coverts have a golden-greenish lustre. The throat and breast are soft grey. The tail is broad and is suffused with the same purple tinge as the back.
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