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Beautiful Hummingbird

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The Beautiful Hummingbird, Calothorax pulcher, is a small hummingbird endemic to the arid highlands of Oaxaca and Guerrero in southern Mexico. The species is associated with dry montane habitats and has a slender body, elongated tail, and ornamental plumage, especially in the male. Its restricted Mexican range makes it relevant to research and conservation work focused on highland endemics.

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Where does the Beautiful Hummingbird live?

The Beautiful Hummingbird, Calothorax pulcher, is endemic to the arid highlands of Oaxaca and Guerrero in southern Mexico. Its distribution is restricted to that region.

What habitat does Calothorax pulcher prefer?

It is associated with dry montane habitats in southern Mexico. These highland environments are arid or seasonally dry rather than humid lowland rainforest.

How can the Beautiful Hummingbird be recognized?

It has a slender body, an elongated tail, and ornamental plumage. The male is especially notable for its decorative coloration.

Is the Beautiful Hummingbird found outside Mexico?

The species is described as endemic to the arid highlands of Oaxaca and Guerrero. That means its natural range is limited to southern Mexico.

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