Vibrant hummingbirds use colorful plumage for defense and mate attraction. Explore their fascinating color mechanics.
Hummingbirds' iridescence, from layered proteins in feathers, creates vibrant hues, mainly in males; females and juveniles have a subdued appearance.
Tiny vibrant birds in western North America. Males shine red-orange. Early migrants in January, emit unique sounds.
Found on the western coast, boast dazzling gorgets that shift colors in sunlight. Males sing in trees, females also have small gorgets.
Western North America. Males: velvety black throats, females: pale throats. Prefers tall trees with flowers.
Resilient Broad-tailed Hummingbirds trill in meadows. Males have rose-magenta throats, females sport pale throats.
US/Canada's smallest bird, bold migrator, bumblebee-like flight, vibrant male coloration.
Costa's Hummingbirds in southwest U.S. have distinctive colors, males with vibrant hues. They hibernate and visit 1,840 flowers daily for energy.