Anna's Hummingbird
The Anna’s Hummingbird was named after Anna Massena, Duchess of Rivoli, a European noblewoman in Italy during the 19th century.
Due to their high metabolism, they must eat constantly, feasting on nectar and insects, giving them energy for flapping their wings at incredible speeds.
| Appearance of the Anna's Hummingbird
Anna’s Hummingbirds have a bronze or glossy green color up top and grayish white below. They have varying amounts of green wash on their flanks.
The males have a rose-red crown and gorget that extends into the sides of their neck. The females may have some red feathers around the throat but not on the crown. These birds have dark wings and a dark tail which may be tipped in white.
Geography of the Anna's Hummingbird
The Anna’s Hummingbird was originally found only along the Pacific Slope Baja to San Francisco. Recently, through population increase, Anna’s breeding territory has enlarged northward to Vancouver, BC and southeastward to Arizona. They typically live in areas of California where plants come into bloom and are permanent residents in their range.
Anna’s Hummingbirds are the only species who winters primarily in the United States. They generally stay in higher altitudes during the warmer months, dropping to lower altitudes during cooler times.
Local Environments of the Anna's Hummingbird
The Anna's Hummingbird prefers dense thickets, but they will also live in cities and suburbs.
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