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Greenish Puffleg
Haplophaedia aureliae
Song
Greenish Puffleg
Appearance: The Greenish Puffleg is a small hummingbird, measuring around 9 to 10 cm in length. It has a green plumage with a metallic sheen. The underparts are a lighter green or grayish-green. The bird is named for the tufts of white or buff feathers on its legs, known as "puffs." It also has a straight, slender bill.
Habitat: The Greenish Puffleg inhabits subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It is often found at elevations ranging from 1000 to 3000 m. It thrives in cloud forests and dense, humid environments where there is abundant vegetation.
Behavior: Like other hummingbirds, the Greenish Puffleg feeds on nectar from a variety of flowering plants. It also consumes small insects and spiders to supplement its diet. It is known for its agile and rapid flight, which is common of hummingbirds, allowing it to hover and maneuver with precision.
Breeding: The breeding behavior of the Greenish Puffleg is not extensively documented, but, like other hummingbirds, it builds small cup-shaped nests made from plant fibers and spider webs. Females lay two eggs per clutch and are responsible for incubating the eggs and caring for the young.
Conservation Status: The Greenish Puffleg is listed as Least Concern, indicating that it is not at significant risk of extinction.
MALE
FEMALE
Distribution
The Greenish Puffleg is found in the Andean region in the western, central and central Andes. Not found the northern part of the country. It is common within its range inhabiting forested areas.
Taxonomy
The Greenish Puffleg (Haplophaedia aureliae)
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Aves (Birds)
- Order: Caprimulgiformes
- Family: Trochilidae
- Genus: Haplophaedia
- Species: Haplophaedia aureliae
Vocalization
The Greenish Puffleg is a species of hummingbird found in the Andean regions. The vocalizations of the Greenish Puffleg are high-pitched and can include a variety of sounds such as chips, trills, and squeaks. These sounds are used for communication, including attracting mates and defending territory.
