description Scintillant Hummingbird Overview
The Scintillant Hummingbird (Selasphorus scintilla) is a small hummingbird species measuring approximately 7.5 centimeters in length and weighing around 2 grams, making it the smallest bird species found in Costa Rica. It is endemic to the highland regions of Costa Rica and western Panama, inhabiting cloud forests, forest edges, and gardens at elevations between 900 and 2,000 meters. Males possess an iridescent orange-red gorget, while females are more plainly colored, and both sexes feed on nectar from small flowers.
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Where can I find the Scintillant Hummingbird in the wild?
The Scintillant Hummingbird is endemic to the highlands of Costa Rica and western Panama. You will typically find these tiny birds foraging in open mountainous regions up to 2,500 meters in elevation.
How big is a Scintillant Hummingbird?
The Scintillant Hummingbird is the smallest bird species found in Costa Rica, measuring barely 8 centimeters in length. It is also considered one of the smallest birds in the entire world.
What does the Scintillant Hummingbird look like?
This species features a straight, short black bill and a slightly forked tail. The male is notable for its bright orange-red throat and cinnamon-colored underparts, while the female is generally more muted with a whitish belly.
What is the scientific name of the Scintillant Hummingbird?
The scientific name for the Scintillant Hummingbird is Selasphorus scintilla. It belongs to the Trochilidae family and shares its genus with several other small hummingbird species found in the Americas.
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