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Coppery Emerald
- Scientific name
- Chlorostilbon russatus
- Family
- Trochilidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Forest deciduous
- Wing shape
- Pointed
- Tail shape
- Forked
Where it came from
The Coppery Emerald (Chlorostilbon russatus) is a species of hummingbird endemic to the humid forests and shrublands of Colombia and Venezuela. Its taxonomy was established in the mid-19th century, during a period of intense ornithological exploration in South America. As a member of the Trochilidae family, it reflects the evolutionary specialization of Neotropical birds, characterized by its distinct metallic bronze-green plumage and unique, deeply forked tail.
The bird's design is an evolutionary marvel, shaped by selective pressures to navigate dense undergrowth and hover while foraging for nectar. Its pointed wing shape is specifically adapted for the rapid, high-frequency wing beats required for its agile flight patterns. Scientists have long studied the genus Chlorostilbon to understand the diversification of emerald hummingbirds, noting how the Coppery Emerald occupies specific mid-elevation niches within the northern Andes.
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