CALLIOPE (Stellula calliope)
Prefers high mountain areas
Usually forages within 5 feet of the ground
Average Weight: Male 2.5g. Female 2.83g
There are approximately 16 species of hummingbirds in the U.S. The hummingbirds pictured below are the most likely to be summer visitors to the Rocky Mountain region.
RUFOUS HUMMINGBIRD (Selasphorus rufus)
Longest migration route of all U.S. hummingbirds.
Most aggressive of the hummingbirds
Average Weight: Male 3.22g Female3.41g
BLACK-CHINNED
Least colorful of U.S. hummingbirds.
Average Weight: Male 3.09g Female 3.42g
ANNA'S
One of only two species that are permanent residents of the U.S. or Canada. Allen's is the other.
Anna's are capable of minimal song.
Average Weight: Male 4.31g Female 4.07g
BROAD-TAILED
The male's wings make a cricket-like sound in flight.
Average Weight: Male 3.16g Female 3.6g
HUMMINGBIRD PHOTOS
Hummingbirds rely on insects for protein and nectar from flowers or hummingbird feeders for energy.
The only species of hummingbirds that sings is Anna's.
Hummingbird eggs are about 1/2 inch long.
The hummingbird nest can fit inside a section of an egg carton.
Hummingbirds are not generally afraid of humans which allows a close up view at the hummingbird feeder.
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