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Related: About this forumSparkling Violet-ear Hummingbird
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Sparkling Violet-ear Hummingbird (Original Post)
Donkees
Jan 2023
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Karadeniz
(23,512 posts)1. Great photo!
calimary
(84,582 posts)2. Wow! Remarkable photo!
Little flying jewels. Jewels with wings.
AmBlue
(3,444 posts)3. Beautiful
Does anyone know where this little beauty is native to?
The sparkling violet-ear is a species of hummingbird widespread in highlands of northern and western South America, including a large part of the Andes, the Venezuelan Coastal Range, and the Tepuis. It occurs in a wide range of semi-open habitats, even in gardens and parks within major cities such as Quito, and is often the most common species of hummingbird in its range. It is highly vocal and territorial. Source: Wikipedia
AmBlue
(3,444 posts)5. Why thank you!
I guess I could also have Googled it. Love the excellent bird photos you post!