Purple-crowned fairy
Heliothryx barroti
The purple-crowned fairy (Heliothryx barroti) is a species of hummingbird in the subfamily Polytminae, the mangoes.
About the Purple-crowned fairy
The purple-crowned fairy (Heliothryx barroti) is a species of hummingbird in the subfamily Polytminae, the mangoes. It is found from southeastern Mexico south into northern Peru.
Fun Facts About Purple-crowned fairy
- The purple-crowned fairy (Heliothryx barroti) is a species of hummingbird in the subfamily Polytminae, the mangoes.
- It is found from southeastern Mexico south into northern Peru.
Conservation Status
The Purple-crowned fairy is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | Trochiliformes |
| Family | Trochilidae |
| Genus | Heliothryx |
| Species | Heliothryx barroti |
Range & Habitat
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