Anna's Hummingbird
Calypte anna
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae
About
Anna's hummingbird is a North American species of hummingbird named after Anna Masséna, Duchess of Rivoli.
Fun Fact
Male Anna's hummingbirds perform courtship dives from 40 metres (130 ft) up, pulling nearly 10 G's at the bottom — more than fighter pilots endure — and producing a loud chirp with their tail feathers.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Gardens, chaparral, and open woodlands
Diet
Nectarivore
Lifespan
5-9 years
Threats
- Habitat Fragmentation
- Deforestation
External Data Sources
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