Unique Hummingbird Species and Their Habitats

Ruby-throated Hummingbird (Archilochus colubris) This species is known for its brilliant red throat in males and is commonly found

Anna's Hummingbird (Calypte anna) Anna's Hummingbird is one of the few species that can be found year-round in the western United States

Rufous Hummingbird (Selasphorus rufus) Known for their remarkable migratory journey, Rufous Hummingbirds travel from as far north 

Black-chinned Hummingbird (Archilochus alexandri) Found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, the Black-chinned Hummingbird 

Violet-crowned Hummingbird (Amazilia violiceps) This striking species, with its bright violet crown, is found in the southwestern United States

Costa's Hummingbird (Calypte costae) Native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and Baja California, Costa's Hummingbird

Broad-tailed Hummingbird (Selasphorus platycercus) This species is known for its distinctive, metallic trilling sound made by its wings during flight. 

Allen's Hummingbird (Selasphorus sasin) Primarily found along the coastal regions of California and southern Oregon, Allen's Hummingbird

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