Trochilidae Collection (#7)

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 )

Sparkling Violet-Ear (Colibri coruscans), bird hovering under flower, wings outstretched and tail feathers fanned out

Side / front view of a Fork-Tailed Woodnymph, on a branch resting on one foot
Side/front view of a Fork-Tailed Woodnymph, on a branch resting on one foot, with head in profile showing the slender bill, glistening green breast plumage, blue wings and broad, forked tail

Sparkling violetear (Colibri coruscans) in flight

Headshot of a Rufous Hummingbird (Selasphorus rufus), profile view

Hummingbird (Trochilidae) drinking from man made drinking point

Hummingbird feeding F007 / 0061
Hummingbird feeding

Hummingbird feeding F007 / 0060
Hummingbird feeding

Magnificent hummingbird C018 / 2422
Magnificent hummingbird (Eugenes fulgens) perched on a plant. This hummingbird inhabits wooded areas in southern North America, from Arizona, USA, to Mexico

Violet sabrewing hummingbird C018 / 2470
Violet sabrewing hummingbird. Female violet sabrewing (Campylopterus hemileucurus) hovering in flight. This large hummingbird reaches lengths of 15 centimetres

Violet sabrewing hummingbird C018 / 2469
Violet sabrewing hummingbird. Female violet sabrewing (Campylopterus hemileucurus) hovering in flight. This large hummingbird reaches lengths of 15 centimetres

Magnificent hummingbird in flight C018 / 2421
Magnificent hummingbird (Eugenes fulgens) in flight. This hummingbird inhabits wooded areas in southern North America, from Arizona, USA, to Mexico

Magnificent hummingbird in flight C018 / 2423
Magnificent hummingbird (Eugenes fulgens) in flight. This hummingbird inhabits wooded areas in southern North America, from Arizona, USA, to Mexico

Violet sabrewing hummingbird C018 / 2471
Violet sabrewing hummingbird. Female violet sabrewing (Campylopterus hemileucurus) hovering in flight. This large hummingbird reaches lengths of 15 centimetres

Green violetear hummingbird in flight C018 / 2401
Green violetear hummingbird (Colibri thalassinus) in flight. This large hummingbird is found in mountain forests and scrubland in the tropics from Mexico to northern South America

Fiery-throated hummingbird C018 / 2395
Fiery-throated hummingbird on a branch. The fiery-throated hummingbird (Panterpe insignis) is a medium-sized hummingbird (family Trochilidae)

Agyrtria niveipectus, hummingbird display
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds, which were then displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Agyrtria viridiceps, hummingbird display
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds which were displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Agyrtria brevirostris, hummingbird display
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds, which were displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Hummingbird specimen
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds, which were then displayed in 24 custom-made cases

Humming bird nest
A humming bird nest collected by Captain Cook 1st voyage in Rio de Janiero

Hummingbird display case
As Curator and Preserver to the Museum of the Zoological Society of London, in 1851 John Gould compiled an exhibition of stuffed hummingbirds, which were displayed in 24 custom-made cases

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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).