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Violet-crowned Hummingbird
Sunday, March 15, 2026
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
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Violet-crowned Hummingbird
Ramosomyia violiceps
The Violet-crowned Hummingbird is known for its striking violet crown and white underparts. It is commonly found in arid and semi-arid regions, where it feeds on nectar and small insects.
Fun fact: Despite their small size, these hummingbirds are highly territorial and will fiercely defend their feeding areas.
Size
Approximately 10-11 cm in length.
Diet
Nectar from flowers and small insects.
Lifespan
5-6 years on average.
Behavior
Territorial and often seen hovering near flowers.
HabitatArid and semi-arid regions, often near water sources.
Jalisco: Yes
Mexico: Yes
Native rangeSouthwestern United States to western Mexico.
Broad-billed Hummingbird
Cynanthus latirostris
Broad-billed Hummingbird has a more pronounced blue throat and a broader bill.
Berylline Hummingbird
Amazilia beryllina
Berylline Hummingbird has a more uniform green body and lacks the violet crown.
  • KingdomAnimalia
  • PhylumChordata
  • ClassAves
  • OrderApodiformes
  • FamilyTrochilidae
  • GenusLeucolia
  • SpeciesLeucolia violiceps
Not Evaluated

Trend Stable
ThreatsHabitat loss and climate change.
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Image & Location

Date TakenNovember 15, 2025
CameraGoogle Pixel 7 Pro
CountryMexico
StateJalisco
RegionRegión Centro
MunicipalityGuadalajara
City / TownGuadalajara
GPSFrom browser location20.6686, -103.3953
Elevation1,602m
Violet-crowned Hummingbird (Ramosomyia violiceps) — BioJalisco