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Bronzy Inca

Coeligena coeligena

Least Concern

About

A large, robust hummingbird of Andean cloud forests and forest edges from Venezuela to Bolivia, bronzy incas display glittering bronze-green plumage with an iridescent green throat and a distinctive white breast spot. They inhabit elevations between 900–2,800 meters and are aggressive territory defenders at flower patches. Bronzy incas are trap-liners, following regular routes along flowering plant corridors rather than defending single territories. Listed as Least Concern with stable populations.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ブロンズインカハチドリ
Chinese 銅色印加蜂鳥
Spanish inca broncíneo
French Inca céleste
German Bronzeandenkolibri
Russian Бронзовый инка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bronzy Inca?
The scientific name of Bronzy Inca is Coeligena coeligena. It belongs to the genus Coeligena.
What is the conservation status of Bronzy Inca?
Bronzy Inca (Coeligena coeligena) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Bronzy Inca live?
Bronzy Inca is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.
What family does Bronzy Inca belong to?
Bronzy Inca (Coeligena coeligena) belongs to the genus Coeligena, which is part of the taxonomic family Trochilidae.
Is Bronzy Inca endangered?
No, Bronzy Inca (Coeligena coeligena) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Bronzy Inca belong to?
Bronzy Inca (Coeligena coeligena) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (động vật).
What are the closest relatives of Bronzy Inca?
The closest relatives of Bronzy Inca in the genus Coeligena include Black Inca, Blue-throated Starfrontlet, Brown Inca, Buff-winged Starfrontlet, Collared Inca.

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