-- RUBY-THROATED HUMMINGBIRD
(Archilochus colubris) --

Ruby-throated Hummingbirds (Archilochus colubris) are the most widely distributed of the world's 339 species of hummingbirds, all of which occur ONLY in the Western Hemisphere. For more information about this bird's amazing natural history, begin by clicking on the first topic below. For information about bird banding results, go to Hummingbird Banding.

Taxonomy
Summer & Winter Distribution (range map)
Migration
Habitat
Size & Mass
External Appearance
Anatomy & Physiology
Flight Behavior
Reproductive Behavior
Foraging Behavior & Feeding
Ecological Relationships
Interesting Facts

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