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Costa's Hummingbird (Calypte costae)

SourceSan Diego Zoo · Wikimedia Commons

BS-0021

Costa's Hummingbird

Calypte costae

Costa's Hummingbird, in the adult male, has metallic green upperparts, pale grayish-white underparts, and greenish sides, with a compact body and short tail. Dusky flight feathers contrast with the green back and dark green tail; the breast and belly lack conspicuous spotting or streaking. An iridescent violet-purple crown and throat patch distinguish the male, with elongated throat feathers projecting outward on each side.

Family
Trochilidae
Region
North America
Range
SW North America
Habitat
Desert
Dominant color
Purple
Conservation status
Least Concern

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