Broad-billed Hummingbird
Cynanthus latirostris
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A medium-sized hummingbird (9-10 cm) found from the southwestern US to Mexico. Males have an iridescent blue throat and green body with a distinctive coral-red bill with dark tip. Nectarivore of desert canyons, oak woodland, and gardens. Often attracts attention with its squeaky calls.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.3 cm | 4.1 in |
| Weight | 3.3333333333333335 g | 0.12 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Buff-bellied Hummingbird: males with brilliant rose-red gorget; metallic green above; buff belly; rufous tail; females green above
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Found from the southwestern United States to central Mexico. Breeds in desert canyons; winters in western Mexico.
Diet & Feeding
Nectarivore of Mexican thorn-forest and canyon habitats, probing wide-mouthed flowers. Gleans insects and spiders for essential protein.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Rough, grating chatter with coarse texture; harsh series of notes interspersed with sharp emphatic chips.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Cynanthus |
| Species | Cynanthus latirostris |
Distribution
Broad-billed Hummingbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family