Trochilidae Collection (#6)

Green-crowned Brilliant -Heliodoxa jacula-, Reserva Biologica Monteverde, Costa Rica, Central America

Purple-throated Woodstar -Calliphlox mitchellii-, hummingbird, in flight in its natural habitat, Tandayapa region, Andean cloud forest, Ecuador, South America

Violet-tailed Sylph -Aglaiocercus coelestis-, in its habitat, Tandayapa region, Andean cloud forest, Ecuador, South America

Purple-throated Mountain-gem -Lampornis calolaema-, female, San Gerardo de Dota, San Jose Province, Costa Rica, Central America

Magnificent hummingbird -Eugene fulgens-, San Gerardo de Dota, Costa Rica, Central America

Copper-rumped Hummingbird (Amazilia tobaci) adult, albinistic plumage, perched on flowerhead, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, November

Rufous-breasted Hermit (Glaucis hirsutus) adult, in flight, hovering at feeder, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, November

White-tailed Sabrewing (Campylopterus ensipennis) adult male, in flight, Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, November

Violet-bellied Hummingbird (Juliamyia julie panamensis) adult male, perched on wire, Chagres River, Panama, November

White-vented Plumeleteer (Chalybura buffonii micans) adult male, perched on twig, Canopy Tower, Panama, November

Veraguan Mango (Anthracothorax veraguensis) adult female / immature, perched on twig, Juan Hombron, Panama, October

Violet-capped Hummingbird (Goldmania violiceps) immature male, perched on twig, Altos del Maria, Panama, November

Stripe-throated Hermit (Phaethornis striigularis saturatus) adult, in flight, hovering and feeding at heliconia flower, El Valle, Panama, November

Scaly-breasted Hummingbird (Phaeochroa cuvierii furvescens) adult, perched on twig during rainfall, near Santa Clara, Panama, October

Many-spotted Hummingbird (Taphrospilus hypostictus) adult, perched on stem, Wild Sumaco Lodge, Napo Province, Ecuador, February

Snowcap (Microchera albocoronata) adult male, in flight, hovering at flower, Rancho Naturalista, Turrialba, Costa Rica, January

Wire-crested Thorntail (Popelairia popelairii) adult male, perched on stem, Wild Sumaco Lodge, Napo Province, Ecuador, February

White-tailed Sabrewing (Campylopterus ensipennis) adult, perched on stem, Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, April

Collared Inca (Coeligena torquata) adult male, in flight, hovering at feeder in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

Bronzy Inca (Coeligena coeligena) adult, perched at feeder in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

Brown Inca (Coeligena wilsoni) adult, perched at feeder in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

Cuban Emerald (Chlorostilbon ricordii) adult, perched on twig, Zapata Peninsula, Matanzas Province, Cuba, March

Booted Racket-tail (Ocreatus underwoodii) adult male, feeding at feeder in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

Sparkling Violet-ear (Colibri coruscans) adult male, in flight, hovering in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

Long-tailed Sylph (Aglaiocercus kingi) adult male, feeding at feeder in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

Violet-headed Hummingbird (Klais guimeti) adult male, resting on rock in rainforest, Volcan Arenal N. P
Violet-headed Hummingbird (Klais guimeti) adult male, resting on rock in rainforest, Volcan Arenal N.P. Alajuela Province, Costa Rica, August

Green Thorntail (Discosura conversii) adult male, perched on twig in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

Purple-throated Carib (Eulampis jugularis) adult, perched on stem, Fond Doux Plantation, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, December

Green-throated Mango (Anthracothorax viridigula) adult male, perched on twig, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, April

Purple-bibbed Whitetip (Urosticte benjamini) adult male, perched on twig in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

Ruby-topaz Hummingbird (Chrysolampis mosquitus) adult male, in flight, feeding at flowers, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, April

White-bellied Woodstar (Chaetocercus mulsant) adult female, in flight, hovering at feeder in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

Hispaniolan Emerald (Chlorostilbon swainsonii) adult male, in flight, feeding at flowers, Bahoruco Mountains N. P
Hispaniolan Emerald (Chlorostilbon swainsonii) adult male, in flight, feeding at flowers, Bahoruco Mountains N.P. Dominican Republic, January

Fawn-breasted Brilliant (Heliodoxa rubinoides) adult male, in flight, hovering at flower in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

Western Emerald (Chlorostilbon melanorhynchus) adult male, perched on twig in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

Tourmaline Sunangel (Heliangelus exortis) adult male, perched on twig in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

Antillean Mango (Anthracothorax dominicus dominicus) immature male, stretching wing and tail, perched on twig, Botanical Gardens, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, January

Antillean Crested Hummingbird (Orthorhyncus cristatus exilis) adult male, with crest raised, perched on twig, Fond Doux Plantation, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, December

Long-billed Hermit (Phaethornis longirostris) two chicks, sitting on nest suspended under palm frond in primary rainforest, Corcovado N.P. Osa Peninsula, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica, August

Black-crested Coquette (Lophornis helenae) adult female, in flight, feeding at Porterweed (Stachytarpheta sp. ) flower
Black-crested Coquette (Lophornis helenae) adult female, in flight, feeding at Porterweed (Stachytarpheta sp.) flower, Volcan Arenal N.P. Alajuela Province, Costa Rica, August

Brown Violet-ear (Colibri delphinae) adult, in flight, hovering in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

Magenta-throated Woodstar (Calliphlox bryantae) adult male, in flight, Bosque de Paz, Costa Rica, March

Fiery-throated Hummingbird (Panterpe insignis) adult male, perched on twig, Costa Rica, January

Copper-rumped Hummingbird (Amazilia tobaci) adult, perched on twig, Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, October

Purple-throated Woodstar (Calliphlox mitchellii) adult female, perched on twig in montane rainforest, Andes, Ecuador, November

Booted Raquet-Tail (Ocreatus underwoodii)

Sparkling Violeat-ear (Colibri coruscans) hovering next to pink flowers, side view

Front view of a Booted Racquet-tail with head in profile showing the slender, pointed bill, perching on a thin branch with outstretched wings, fluffy leg feathering ( boots )

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Trochilidae, commonly known as hummingbirds, are a fascinating family of birds that captivate us with their vibrant colors and incredible flight abilities. This illustration showcases the beauty of these tiny creatures as they hover in mid-air. One such remarkable species is the Sword-billed hummingbird (Ensifera ensifera), found in North-Ecuador. With its long bill resembling a sword, it gracefully hovers while feeding on nectar from flowers. In Mindo, Pichincha, Ecuador, we find the enchanting Violet-tailed sylph hummingbird (Aglaiocercus coelestis). Its iridescent plumage and long tail feathers make it a true spectacle to behold. The male Violet sabrewing hummingbird (Campylopterus hemileucurus) fiercely guards its territory against intruders. Its striking violet coloration adds to its majestic presence. Imagine witnessing the Bee Hummingbird (Mellisuga helenae), perched delicately on a vine. As the world's smallest bird, this immature male is truly an extraordinary sight to see on Zapata Peninsula. The Purple-throated hummingbirds mesmerize us with their radiant purple throat feathers. The males proudly display their vibrant colors during courtship rituals. Protective cases designed specifically for these delicate creatures are essential for preserving their beauty and fragility – hence the term "Hummingbird Case. " In this image titled "Humming Birds - 4, " we witness multiple species gathered together in harmony, showcasing nature's diversity at its finest. Ruby-throated Hummingbirds (Archilochus colubris) can be seen enjoying Bee Balm flowers (Monarda sp). These tiny birds migrate across vast distances each year to reach their breeding grounds. High up in Guatemala's Cloud forest near Atitlan Volcano lies another stunning species: Wine throated hummingbird (Selasphorus ellioti).