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Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

About this species

The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is a striking member of the Trochilidae family found across North America. It inhabits forest environments and is currently listed as Least Concern.

The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is part of the order Apodiformes and the Trochilidae family. Its preferred habitat is forest, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of North America.

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