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Purple Honeycreeper, Cyanerpes caeruleus

SourceCharles J. Sharp

BS-0157

Purple Honeycreeper

Cyanerpes caeruleus

The Purple Honeycreeper adult male has predominantly violet-purple plumage, contrasting with black wings, tail, and belly. Purple feathers cover the back and breast without spotting or barring, while the folded wings and narrow tail form solid dark areas. Its bright yellow legs and feet are a defining feature, their color belonging to bare skin rather than feathers.

Family
Thraupidae
Region
South America
Range
South America
Habitat
Rainforest
Dominant color
Purple
Conservation status
Least Concern

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