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Anna's Humming Bird

Calypte Anna

2 Species ID Suggestions

bbprevas
bbprevas 11 years ago
Costa's Hummingbird
Calypte costae Costa's Hummingbird


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Hema  Shah
Hema Shah 11 years ago

Humming birds are awesome! That reminds me that i have to refill the hummingbird feeder.

They're both really similar and beautiful birds! I've had both in my backyard and the Costa's is a brilliant purple. I personally describe Anna's as pink but references say red :)
You're welcome Emma.

Hema  Shah
Hema Shah 11 years ago

Thanks for your assistance bbprevas!

bbprevas
bbprevas 11 years ago

Based on typical ranges, I think Cindy is probably right. Similar birds, but Anna's seems more likely.

Hema  Shah
Hema Shah 11 years ago

Great Link Cindy! It certainly clarifies that it is an Anna's Thanks so much!

Hi Emma, check out the link I provided. It compares Anna's and Costa's pretty well.

HemaShah
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HemaShah

Tulare, California, USA

Spotted on Jul 17, 2012
Submitted on Jul 17, 2012

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