BeijaFlor
Beija-Flor is the Portuguese name for hummingbirds, a family of small nectar-feeding birds in the Trochilidae. The term Beija-Flor literally translates as “flower-kisser” and is widely used in Brazilian Portuguese to refer to hummingbirds. These birds are known for rapid wingbeats, the ability to hover, and their role as pollinators. They occur primarily in the Americas and display a wide range of sizes and iridescent colors.
Beija-Flor de Nilópolis is a prominent Brazilian samba school based in Nilópolis, a municipality in Rio de
In Brazilian culture, Beija-Flor may also refer to other artistic or civic entities that adopt the name;