Azure-crowned Hummingbird
NameAzure-crowned Hummingbird
Common NameAzure-crowned Hummingbird
Scientific NameAmazilia cyanocephala
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)14
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)4.5
Plumage DetailsMales and females are similar, featuring an iridescent azure-blue crown, a bright iridescent green throat and upper breast, and a contrasting white lower breast and belly. The back and flanks are bronze-green, and the tail is dark. The bill is straight and black, often with a reddish base to the lower mandible.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched, rapid 'chip' notes, often given in a series, and occasional trills or squeaks.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeOccurs in southeastern Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and northern Nicaragua.
Identifying FeaturesIridescent azure-blue crown, Bright iridescent green throat, White lower breast and belly, Bronze-green back, Straight black bill
Description
A medium-sized hummingbird characterized by its brilliant iridescent blue crown and bright green throat. It is an agile flyer, often seen hovering to feed on nectar from flowers or catching small insects in its tropical forest habitat.
