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Talamanca Hummingbird

Eugenes spectabilis

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Illustration of Talamanca Hummingbird (Eugenes spectabilis)

The Talamanca Hummingbird is a large hummingbird with iridescent green and blue plumage. It is notable for being one of the largest hummingbirds found in Central America.

Habitat
Inhabits high-altitude cloud forests.
Diet
Primarily feeds on nectar from flowers.
How common
Rare

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