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Snowcap

Snowcap

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The Snowcap is a tiny, jewel-like hummingbird famed for the male's stunning pure white cap, which contrasts sharply with its dark, iridescent body. It is a highly sought-after species by birdwatchers.
Where to spot
Found in Central America, ranging from Honduras south through Costa Rica to Panama, and extending into northwestern Colombia.
How to spot
Look for this small hummingbird in humid evergreen forests, particularly at forest edges and clearings. Its tiny size and the male's unmistakable white cap make it relatively easy to identify when spotted.
When to spot
Most active during cooler parts of the day, early morning and late afternoon, when visiting small flowers in the forest understory.
File:Microchera albocoronata cropped.jpg
File:Snowcap (Microchera albocoronata).jpg
File:Microchera albocoronata cropped.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Snowcap (Microchera albocoronata).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The male's brilliant white crown is unique among hummingbirds and gives the species its memorable name.
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