Purple-throated Sunangel

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Purple-throated Sunangel (<em>Heliangelus viola</em>) is a species of Hummingbirds (<em>Trochilidae</em>) in the order Swifts and Hummingbirds.

Overview

Purple-throated Sunangel (Heliangelus viola) is a species of Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) in the order Swifts and Hummingbirds.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Heliangelus; binomial: Heliangelus viola; authority: Gould, 1853.

Distribution

Breeding range: South America.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Includes Brilliant Sunangel H. splendidus (Weller 2011; SACC 544).

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