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Allen's Hummingbird

Selasphorus sasin

Photo by joanbstanley
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Description:

Allen's Hummingbird: Small, compact hummingbird; male has straight black bill, glittering green crown and back, white breast, and rufous sides, belly, rump, and tail. The throat (gorget) is iridescent copper-red. Female similar but lacks bright gorget. Feeds on nectar, insects, spiders, and sap. Swift direct flight, hovers when feeding.

Habitat:

Yard bordering undeveloped canyon.

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