Genus Phlogophilus Higher classification Phlogophilus | Phylum Chordata Family Trochilidae Scientific name Phlogophilus hemileucurus Rank Species | |
Similar Rufous‑vented whitetip, Buff‑thighed puffleg, Peruvian piedtail, Fiery‑throated metaltail, Napo sabrewing |
The Ecuadorian piedtail (Phlogophilus hemileucurus) is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It is becoming rare due to habitat loss.




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Ecuadorian piedtail Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA