Black-chinned Hummingbird
NameBlack-chinned Hummingbird
Common NameBlack-chinned Hummingbird
Scientific NameArchilochus alexandri
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)11.5
Length (cm)8.9
Weight (g)3.6
Plumage DetailsMales have a dull metallic green back, white underparts, and a distinctive black chin with an iridescent violet-purple band below it. Females are duller, green above and whitish below, lacking the male's gorget.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, high-pitched 'chip' notes, often given while foraging or hovering. They also produce buzzing sounds with their wings.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across western North America, from British Columbia south through the western United States to northern Mexico. Winters primarily in western Mexico.
Identifying FeaturesMale's iridescent black chin with violet-purple band, Long, slender, slightly downcurved bill, Small size and rapid wing beats, Dull metallic green back
Description
The Black-chinned Hummingbird is a small, migratory hummingbird found in western North America. Males are easily identified by their iridescent black chin and violet-purple gorget, while females are duller green and white. They are agile fliers, often seen hovering at flowers or feeders.
