Rufous Hummingbird Selasphorus rufus
Overview
Description
The rufous hummingbird (Selasphorus rufus) is a small hummingbird, about 8 cm (3 in) long with a long, straight and slender bill. These birds are known for their extraordinary flight skills, flying 3,200 kilometres (2,000 miles) during their migratory transits. It is one of nine species in the genus Selasphorus.1
Taxonomy
Apodiformes > Trochilidae (Hummingbirds) > Hummingbirds
Sightings
Relevant Sightings
- 02-11-2024 - California, United States (First Sighting)
- 03-29-2025 - California, United States (Last Sighting)
Places Seen
- California, United States
Media
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