Glossy Flowerpiercer
NameGlossy Flowerpiercer
Common NameGlossy Flowerpiercer
Scientific NameDiglossa lafresnayii
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)15
Plumage DetailsAdult males are entirely glossy black with a small, prominent white patch on the flanks, often partially concealed. Females are similar but may be slightly duller.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of high-pitched, thin whistles and trills, often delivered rapidly.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes mountains of western Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, and northern Peru.
Identifying Featuresglossy black plumage, white flank patch, upturned hooked bill, small size
Description
A small, entirely glossy black bird with a distinctive upturned, hooked bill, specialized for piercing flower bases. It is typically found in high-altitude montane forests.
