Genus Metallura Higher classification Metallura | Phylum Chordata Family Trochilidae Scientific name Metallura baroni Rank Species | |
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Similar Perijá metaltail, Metallura, Fiery‑throated metaltail, Coppery metaltail, Viridian metaltail | ||
The violet-throated metaltail (Metallura baroni) — also called métallure de baron, metalura de azuay, and metalura gorjivioleta — is a species of hummingbird in the Trochilidae family found only in Ecuador. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests and subtropical or tropical high-altitude grassland. it is threatened by habitat loss.
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