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Rare Hummingbird Colony Discovered in Ecuador's Andes

2/14/2025

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In a groundbreaking discovery, ornithologist Gustavo Cañas-Valle found a colony of Chimborazo hillstars nesting together in Ecuador's High Andes. This remarkable observation, featuring 23 adults and four chicks, may redefine our understanding of hummingbird behavior, showcasing a rare instance of communal living that defies their usual territorial instincts.

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In a groundbreaking discovery, ornithologist Gustavo Cañas-Valle found a colony of Chimborazo hillstars nesting together in Ecuador's High Andes. This remarkable observation, featuring 23 adults and four chicks, may redefine our understanding of hummingbird behavior, showcasing a rare instance of communal living that defies their usual territorial instincts.