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White-crested Coquette

White-crested Coquette

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The Adorable Coquette is a miniscule and captivating hummingbird endemic to Costa Rica and Panama. Males are aptly named, displaying a prominent rufous crest and iridescent green throat.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Pacific slope of Costa Rica and western Panama. Inhabits humid evergreen forests, forest edges, and clearings, often at mid-elevations.
How to spot
Look for its tiny size and rapid flight around flowering trees and shrubs. The male's rufous crest and iridescent green throat are key identification features.
When to spot
Active throughout daylight hours, with increased activity during flowering seasons. Can be observed year-round in its habitat.
File:Lophornis-adorabilis-female-1.jpg
File:Lophornis adorabilis 1902.jpg
File:Lophornis-adorabilis-female-1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Lophornis adorabilis 1902.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is known for its incredible agility, capable of flying backwards and even upside down to access nectar from flowers.
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