Mexican Woodnymph
NameMexican Woodnymph
Common NameMexican Woodnymph
Scientific NameEupherusa ridgwayi
FamilyTrochilidae
Wingspan (cm)12
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)4.5
Plumage DetailsMales display an iridescent violet crown, bright iridescent green upperparts and breast, and a contrasting dark (blackish-green to black) belly and undertail coverts. The tail is dark. Females are similar but duller, with less extensive violet on the crown and often a whitish belly.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of sharp, high-pitched chips and 'tseet' notes, often given while foraging or interacting with other hummingbirds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to a small region in western Mexico, primarily found in the states of Jalisco and Nayarit.
Identifying Featuresiridescent violet crown, iridescent green body, dark belly, straight black bill, small size
Description
This medium-sized hummingbird is characterized by its brilliant iridescent green plumage and a striking violet crown. It is an active species, typically found foraging for nectar and small insects within the humid evergreen forests of its limited range.
