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A tiny hummingbird species exclusive to western Mexico with its distinctive forked tail, that prefers drier environments.

Meet the Golden-crowned emerald:

Description: The golden-crowned emerald (Cynanthus auriceps) measures 7.5 to 9.5 cm (3.0 to 3.7 in) in length and weighing about 2.2 g (0.078 oz), the adult male golden-crowned emerald boasts a brilliant golden green crown and upperparts, transitioning to duller golden green to bronzy green elsewhere. Its underparts shift from almost pure green on the chin and throat to brilliant golden green near the vent. The tail is long and deeply forked, with black feathers exhibiting a violet-bluish gloss.

The adult female resembles the male in upperparts but has light gray underparts and a shorter tail.

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Location: The golden-crowned emerald (Cynanthus auriceps) is a hummingbird species belonging to the “emeralds” tribe Trochilini within the Trochilinae subfamily. It is native to western Mexico, ranging from Sinaloa to eastern Oaxaca and inland along the Balsas River basin to southern Morelos.

Habitat: It prefers tropical dry forest habitats at elevations ranging from sea level to 1,800 m (5,900 ft).

Behavior Migration and Feeding: The golden-crowned emerald is primarily resident, with some seasonal elevational movements observed in certain areas. It employs a “trap-line” feeding strategy, visiting a circuit of flowering plants to consume nectar. Additionally, it feeds on insects found on foliage.

Breeding: Breeding activity typically occurs from February to July. The species constructs small cup nests near the tips of thin branches close to the ground. Nests are made of kapok seed fibers, grass, wood bits, and lichens. Clutches consist of two eggs, with fledging occurring approximately 24 to 25 days after hatching.

Vocalization and Status: The golden-crowned emerald produces dry, rattling, and chattering calls. It is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN due to its large range and estimated population of at least 50,000 mature individuals, although it is believed to be decreasing. Human activity is considered to have minimal short-term effects on this species.

Watch this bird in the video below:

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