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Glowing Puffleg

Eriocnemis vestita

Least Concern

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Um beija-flor pernafú brilhantemente colorido dos Andes setentrionais, da Colômbia ao sul do Equador, os pernafús-brilhantes exibem plumagem verde iridescente vívida que brilha com uma qualidade quase luminescente sob luz intensa — inspirando o nome comum descritivo da espécie. Encontrado em floresta montana úmida em elevações de 1.800–3.500 metros. Os machos possuem tufo branco nas pernas e uma cauda violeta-azulada cintilante. São importantes polinizadores de plantas floridas das altas regiões andinas. Classificado como Pouco Preocupante.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Apodiformes (Apodiformes)

Species

Eriocnemis vestita (Glowing Puffleg)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ヒカリワタアシハチドリ

Chinese 紫頦鬆腿蜂鳥

Spanish paramero esmeraldino,

French Érione pattue

German Violettkehl-Höschenkolibri

Russian Бронзовый эрион

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Black-breasted Puffleg

Eriocnemis nigrivestis

Critically Endangered

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Black-thighed Puffleg

Eriocnemis derbyi

Near Threatened

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Golden-breasted Puffleg

Critically Endangered

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Sapphire-vented Puffleg

Eriocnemis luciani

Least Concern

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Turquoise-throated Puffleg

Eriocnemis godini

Critically Endangered

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Emerald-bellied Puffleg

Eriocnemis aline

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Glowing Puffleg?

The scientific name of Glowing Puffleg is Eriocnemis vestita. It belongs to the genus Eriocnemis.

What is the conservation status of Glowing Puffleg?

Glowing Puffleg (Eriocnemis vestita) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Glowing Puffleg live?

Glowing Puffleg is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Glowing Puffleg belong to?

Glowing Puffleg (Eriocnemis vestita) belongs to the genus Eriocnemis, which is part of the taxonomic family Trochilidae.

Is Glowing Puffleg endangered?

No, Glowing Puffleg (Eriocnemis vestita) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Glowing Puffleg belong to?

Glowing Puffleg (Eriocnemis vestita) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Glowing Puffleg?

The closest relatives of Glowing Puffleg in the genus Eriocnemis include Black-breasted Puffleg, Colorful Puffleg, Black-thighed Puffleg, Golden-breasted Puffleg, Gorgeted Puffleg.