Green-breasted Mango
Green-breasted Mango
100
-
Points:
100
Not yet spotted on Fladder
Spotted
This striking hummingbird features a brilliant iridescent green breast that transitions to a black belly, set against a shimmering green back. It is a common and assertive species in its range, often defending its feeding territories.
Where to spot
Ranges from eastern Mexico south through Central America to northern Colombia, inhabiting humid lowland areas, forest edges, gardens, and clearings.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive iridescent green breast and black central stripe on the belly, contrasting with the overall green body. Males are particularly vibrant and easy to identify.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often seen feeding at various flowers, especially those with red or orange blooms, and frequently visiting feeders in gardens.
Where to spot
Ranges from eastern Mexico south through Central America to northern Colombia, inhabiting humid lowland areas, forest edges, gardens, and clearings.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive iridescent green breast and black central stripe on the belly, contrasting with the overall green body. Males are particularly vibrant and easy to identify.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often seen feeding at various flowers, especially those with red or orange blooms, and frequently visiting feeders in gardens.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The Green-breasted Mango is sometimes observed engaging in 'hawking' behavior, darting out from a perch to catch insects in mid-air, supplementing its nectar diet with protein.
Loading...
Spotted
No recently spotted birds
Monthly observations
No observations
Loading...
Nothing spotted yet
Also interesting
Share this page
Or share directly on
