Blue-capped Puffleg
NameBlue-capped Puffleg
Common NameBlue-capped Puffleg
Scientific NameEriocnemis glaucopoides
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)10.5
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)4.5
Plumage DetailsMales display iridescent green upperparts and breast, a sparkling blue crown (cap), and a contrasting white belly. A key feature is the prominent white, downy leg tufts. The tail is dark, often with a blue-black or purplish sheen.
Vocalization / CallTypically a series of high-pitched, thin 'tsip' or 'tseet' notes, sometimes a rapid trill.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Andes mountains of southern Bolivia and northwestern Argentina.
Identifying Featuressparkling blue cap, white fluffy leg tufts, iridescent green plumage, straight black bill, small size
Description
This small hummingbird is characterized by its iridescent green plumage, a distinctive sparkling blue cap, and prominent white fluffy leg tufts. It primarily feeds on nectar, hovering at flowers in its montane forest habitat.
