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Shining Sunbeam Hummingbird

Common Name
Shining Sunbeam Hummingbird
Scientific Name
Aglaeactis cupripennis
Length
A large hummingbird, at 12-13 cm (4.7"-5.1") long
Range
Can be found in Colombia, Ecuador and Peru
Characteristics and Identification
This beautiful dark-brown, cinnamon colored hummingbird has a lilac-gold lower back and rump, a rufous throat, and a short black bill. In the right light, the back will display lovely iridescent shades of purple, green, and gold. Male and female are similar. Classified as Least Concern.
   

Shining Sunbeam Hummingbird
Shining Sunbeam Hummingbird