Blue-capped Hummingbird

Eupherusa cyanophrys

Conservation Status

Endangered

Aves · Apodiformes · Trochilidae

About

The Oaxaca hummingbird or blue-capped hummingbird is an endangered species of hummingbird in the "emeralds", tribe Trochilini of subfamily Trochilinae. It is endemic to the Mexican state of Oaxaca.

Fun Fact

At times some authors have treated it as a subspecies of the white-tailed hummingbird (E.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits the edges and interior of humid montane, semi-deciduous, and pine-oak forest.

Diet

Feed on small arthropods like other hummingbirds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Loss
Poaching and Hunting
Human-Wildlife Conflict
Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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