Costa's Hummingbird
Costa's Hummingbird
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The Costa's Hummingbird is a desert specialist, identifiable by the male's brilliant amethyst-purple gorget that extends like 'ear tufts' on the sides of its head. They are adapted to arid environments.
Where to spot
Predominantly found in arid and semi-arid regions of the southwestern United States and Baja California, inhabiting deserts, scrublands, and chaparral.
How to spot
Look for the male's distinctive purple gorget and crown which can appear black in poor light. They often perch on dead twigs or exposed branches. Listen for their high-pitched, whistled calls. They are attracted to desert succulents like agave and ocotillo.
When to spot
Resident year-round in parts of its range (e.g., Baja California), with populations migrating north for breeding during spring and summer (February-August) following desert wildflower blooms.
Where to spot
Predominantly found in arid and semi-arid regions of the southwestern United States and Baja California, inhabiting deserts, scrublands, and chaparral.
How to spot
Look for the male's distinctive purple gorget and crown which can appear black in poor light. They often perch on dead twigs or exposed branches. Listen for their high-pitched, whistled calls. They are attracted to desert succulents like agave and ocotillo.
When to spot
Resident year-round in parts of its range (e.g., Baja California), with populations migrating north for breeding during spring and summer (February-August) following desert wildflower blooms.
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Costa's Hummingbirds are masters of energy conservation in harsh desert environments, often entering a state of torpor during cool nights to save energy.
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