Green-fronted Hummingbird
NameGreen-fronted Hummingbird
Common NameGreen-fronted Hummingbird
Scientific NameAmazilia viridifrons
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)12.5
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)4.5
Plumage DetailsThe Green-fronted Hummingbird has an iridescent green forehead and throat, duller green back, and a clean white belly. Its undertail coverts are rufous. The bill is bicolored, featuring a red lower mandible and a black upper mandible with a black tip.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a dry, chattering series of high-pitched chips or squeaks, often given while foraging or defending territory.
Primary Dietnectarivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to southwestern Mexico, primarily along the Pacific slope, ranging from Jalisco to Oaxaca.
Identifying Featuresiridescent green forehead and throat, white belly, bicolored bill (red lower mandible, black upper mandible), rufous undertail coverts
Description
This medium-sized hummingbird is characterized by its iridescent green forehead and throat, contrasting with a white belly and a bicolored bill. It is often seen foraging for nectar in various semi-open habitats, hovering expertly at flowers.
