Fawn-breasted Brilliant (Heliodoxa rubinoides) adult male, in flight, hovering at flower in montane rainforest, Andes

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Fawn-breasted Brilliant (Heliodoxa rubinoides) adult male, in flight, hovering at flower in montane rainforest, Andes

Fawn-breasted Brilliant (Heliodoxa rubinoides) adult male, in flight, hovering at flower in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

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Media ID 9656873

© FLPA/Kevin Elsby

Andean Andes Ecuador Ecuadorian Equatorial High Altitude Hover Hovering Hovers Hummingbird Hummingbirds Nectar Neotropical Neotropics Rainforest Rainforests Trochilidae Blooms Brilliant Brilliants Feeds Montane Upland Uplands

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Who needs a helicopter when you can hover like a Fawn-breasted Brilliant? This adult male hummingbird shows off his impressive flying skills as he hovers effortlessly at a vibrant flower in the montane rainforest of the Andes. With its shimmering feathers and long beak, this tropical beauty is on a mission to satisfy its nectar cravings. In this stunning shot captured by Kevin Elsby, we get a glimpse into the magical world of these high-altitude aviators. The lush greenery of the Ecuadorian forest serves as their playground, where they flit from one bloom to another with grace and precision. With South America's equatorial climate providing ideal conditions for these neotropical wonders, it's no wonder they thrive in such abundance. Their presence brings life and color to the mountains and forests of the Andes, making them an integral part of this rich ecosystem. So next time you find yourself hiking through Ecuador's uplands or exploring its breathtaking landscapes, keep your eyes peeled for these brilliant creatures. They may be small in size but are big on charm! Just remember not to blink - you wouldn't want to miss witnessing nature's own aerial acrobat in action.

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