A small, nectar-feeding passerine bird endemic to the Neotropics, characterized by its distinctive plumage and adaptability to diverse habitats across Central and South America.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Inhabits tropical and subtropical forest edges, gardens, woodlands, and urban areas ranging from sea level to 2,500 meters elevation, spanning Caribbean islands, Central America, and northern South America.
Ecological Role
Critical pollinator for many flowering plants, seed disperser, and plays a significant role in tropical ecosystem maintenance through nectar feeding and insectivorous behaviors.
Morphology
SKIN COATPredominantly gray-black plumage with bright yellow rump and white underside, providing camouflage and thermoregulation
LIMBS WINGSShort, rounded wings enabling agile flight, slender legs with strong gripping capabilities
HEAD SENSORYShort, slightly curved bill adapted for nectar extraction, black head with distinctive white eyebrow stripe
BODY STRUCTURESmall songbird, approximately 11 cm in length, weighing 9-10 grams, with compact and robust body structure
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Ron Knight from Seaford, East Sussex, United Kingdom
