Tres Marias Hummingbird
Cynanthus lawrencei
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<birdfyi-bird slug="cynanthus-lawrencei"></birdfyi-bird>The Tres Marias Hummingbird (Cynanthus lawrencei) is a bird species in the family Trochilidae (hummingbirds), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10 cm and a weight of 3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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About
A medium-sized hummingbird (9-10 cm) endemic to the Tres Marías Islands off western Mexico. Green plumage. Recently split from Broad-billed Hummingbird. Nectarivore of tropical deciduous forest on the islands. A very range-restricted island endemic.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.0 cm | 3.9 in |
| Weight | 3.05 g | 0.11 oz |
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Endemic to the Tres Marías Islands off the Pacific coast of western Mexico. Resident in tropical deciduous forest.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on nectar from Tres Marias Island flowers; diet supplemented with small insects and spiders foraged from vegetation.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Pure, sustained whistle with bell-like clarity; single clear note ringing out then slowly fading in air.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Cynanthus |
| Species | Cynanthus lawrencei |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Trochilidae family