Sparkling Violetear

The most widely distributed Violetear species. Broad elevation range from 400-4500m and likely breeds above 2500m. Found in open areas such as fields, shrub, forest edges and eucalyptus groves. Found in mountains of northern Venezuela, Andes from western Venezuela to northwest Argentina and north Chile.

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Sparkling Violetear, San Isidro Forest Reserve, NE Andes at 6800' elevation. January 2012
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Sparkling Violetear, San Isidro Forest Reserve, NE Andes at 6800' elevation. January 2012
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Sparkling Violetear, Manu National Park, Peru at 4646' elevation near Cock-of-the-Rock Lodge, September 3, 2013
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