Inka Trail Info - Birds of Machu Picchu: Condor, Torrent Duck, Hooded Siskin, Green Jay, Black Backed
Giant Hummingbird (Patagona gigas)
This is the biggest hummingbird in the world! It flies and hovers with slow, bat-like wing beats, slower than those of other hummingbirds. It is territorial and will chase other species away from its feeding site. It can be seen along the Inca Trail. (Size 19cm + beak 4cm) |
