About Rufous Hummingbird
Displays aggressive territorial behaviorPerforms complex aerial flightsCan hover in mid-air by rapidly flapping their wings
Size
7 - 9 cm
Weight
2 - 5 g
Lifespan
3-5 years
Diet
Nectar, Insects, Spiders
Conservation Status
Status
Least Concern
Population Trend
stable
Threats
- Habitat loss
- Climate change
- Predation by domestic cats
Additional Notes
The Rufous Hummingbird is not currently considered an endangered species, but its habitat in the Pacific Northwest is threatened by deforestation and climate change.
Distribution
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North America
North America • United States
The Rufous Hummingbird is a migratory bird that spends its breeding season in the Pacific Northwest and winters in Mexico.