description Short-crested coquette Overview
The short-crested coquette (Lophornis brachylophus) is a small hummingbird species endemic to a restricted area of the Sierra Madre del Sur mountains in the state of Guerrero, Mexico. The male is distinguished by its iridescent green plumage, a short crest on the head, and white cheek feathers, while the female lacks the ornamental crest and has more subdued coloring. The species inhabits humid montane forests and forest edges at elevations between 900 and 1,800 meters. It is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List due to its extremely limited range and ongoing habitat loss.
help Short-crested coquette FAQ
What is the short-crested coquette's scientific name?
The short-crested coquette is the hummingbird species Lophornis brachylophus. It is a small member of the coquette group within the hummingbird family.
Where does the short-crested coquette live?
It is endemic to a restricted area of the Sierra Madre del Sur in Guerrero, Mexico. That means its natural range is limited to that region rather than spread across the Americas.
How can you recognize a male short-crested coquette?
The male has iridescent green plumage, a short crest, and white feathering among its ornamental head and neck features. Those traits distinguish it from many other small hummingbirds.
Why is the short-crested coquette considered vulnerable to habitat loss?
Its entire known range is concentrated in the mountains of Guerrero, Mexico. A species with such a restricted distribution can be strongly affected when local forest and feeding habitat are disturbed.
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