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Calliope Hummingbird
The calliope hummingbird is the smallest in all of North America. It is about three inches long and weighs one-tenth of an ounce. Yet despite its tiny size, it makes its summer home in the northern Rocky Mountain region, where nights can be quite cold. Its distinguishing feature is a magenta starburst, found on the throats of males.
Here are some tips to attract hummingbirds to your backyard.
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Costa’s Hummingbird
This hummingbird species loves the desert, mainly hanging out in Arizona and California. After nesting season, these birds migrate to coastal California and Baja to avoid scorching summer temperatures. But, if an area is filled with flowers year-round, such as in suburban gardens, the Costa’s may stay put.
Hummingbirds love this type of birdbath.
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Ruby-Throated Hummingbird
The ruby-throated hummingbird is one of the most common in the U.S. In fact, this hummingbird species has the largest breeding range of all North American hummingbirds—the entire eastern half of the U.S. and parts of Canada. As its name indicates, the flashy male can be identified by its ruby-red throat. It also has a white collar and emerald back.
