Western Emerald
Western Emerald
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The Black-billed Emerald is a small, glittering hummingbird closely related to the Western Emerald, distinguished by its uniformly dark bill. Males display brilliant green plumage and a forked tail, making them a jewel of their Central American habitats.
Where to spot
Primarily found in the humid lowlands and foothills of Central America, from parts of Costa Rica to western Panama. It favors forest edges, gardens, and coffee plantations, similar to other emeralds in the region.
How to spot
Look for its small size, iridescent green plumage, and distinctively dark bill. Males also possess a deeply forked tail. Observing flowering plants or feeders in its preferred habitat will increase your chances of a sighting.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, with peak foraging in the early morning and late afternoon. It is a resident species, present year-round in its range, typically found in tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests.
Where to spot
Primarily found in the humid lowlands and foothills of Central America, from parts of Costa Rica to western Panama. It favors forest edges, gardens, and coffee plantations, similar to other emeralds in the region.
How to spot
Look for its small size, iridescent green plumage, and distinctively dark bill. Males also possess a deeply forked tail. Observing flowering plants or feeders in its preferred habitat will increase your chances of a sighting.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, with peak foraging in the early morning and late afternoon. It is a resident species, present year-round in its range, typically found in tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests.
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Its scientific name, 'melanorhynchus,' directly translates to 'black snout' or 'black bill,' precisely describing one of its key features that helps differentiate it from other emerald hummingbirds.
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