Breeding Location:
Forest edge, Mountains, Desert, semi
Breeding Type:
Polygamous, Promiscuous
Breeding Population:
Yes but uncommon
Egg Color:
White
Number of Eggs:
2
Incubation Days:
13 - 15
Egg Incubator:
Female
Nest Material:
Plant down and twigs bound with spider webbing.
Migration:
Migratory
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Overview
Violet-crowned Hummingbird: Medium-sized hummingbird with iridescent bronze-green upperparts and white underparts. Cap is purple-blue; throat is white and lacks gorget feathers. The bill is bright red with black tip. Feeds on nectar and insects. Direct and hovering flight with very rapid wing beats.
Range and Habitat
Violet-crowned Hummingbird: Breeds in southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico. Spends winters in Mexico. Preferred habitats include canyons and streamside growth.
Breeding and Nesting
Violet-crowned Hummingbird: Two white eggs are laid in a downy, lichen-covered nest built on a horizontal branch. Incubation ranges from 13 to 15 days and is carried out by the female.
Foraging and Feeding
Violet-crowned Hummingbird: Feeds on nectar and insects; forages while hovering.
Readily Eats
Sugar Water, Commercial instant nectars
Vocalization
Violet-crowned Hummingbird: Call is a loud chatter.
Similar Species
Violet-crowned Hummingbird: Red-based bill, white underparts, and purple crown distinguish this species from other North American hummingbirds.
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