Golden-crowned Emerald
Cynanthus auriceps
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<birdfyi-bird slug="cynanthus-auriceps"></birdfyi-bird>À propos
A medium-sized hummingbird (9-10 cm) endemic to the Pacific slope of western Mexico from Sinaloa to Guerrero. Males have a golden crown and green body. Nectarivore of tropical deciduous and semi-arid forest. A Mexican endemic.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Poids | 2,2 g | 0.08 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Charming Hummingbird: males with brilliant violet-blue gorget; metallic green above; white flanks; females green above; spotted below
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
Endemic to the Pacific slope of western Mexico from Sinaloa to Guerrero. Resident in tropical deciduous forest.
Diet & Feeding
Hovering nectarivore of lowland and montane forest, probing Heliconia and garden flowers. Supplements with insects and spiders.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP.
Taille de la couvée
2
Son
Chant
Deep, resonant trill with buzzing quality; powerful churring vibration carrying impressively across open slopes.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Famille | Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) |
| Genus | Cynanthus |
| Espèces | Cynanthus auriceps |
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