Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Classification: Scientific Classification: Kingdom: Animalia, Phylum: Chordata, Class: Aves, Order: Apodiformes, Family: Trochilidae, Genus: Archilochus, Species: A. colubris

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Brief Description

A small, iridescent bird known for its rapid wing beats and ability to hover.

Additional Information

  • Region of Origin: Eastern and Central North America, migrating to Mexico and Central America for the winter.
  • Typical Sighting Period: Breeding season in North America is typically from spring to late summer. They migrate south in the fall.
  • Plumage Details: Males have iridescent green backs and a shimmering red throat (gorget), while females and juveniles lack the red throat and have white undersides.
  • Ecological Significance: Important pollinators of various flowering plants as they feed on nectar.
  • Conservation Status: Least Concern
  • Observation Tips: Look for them visiting feeders, flowering plants, or listen for their buzzing sound.