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Snowcap Hummingbird
Snowcap Hummingbird Microchera albocoronata

Costa Rican Wildlife

Snowcap Hummingbird

Microchera albocoronata

Habitat

Caribbean slope and mid-elevation areas.

Characteristics

A tiny hummingbird. The male is dark purple with a brilliant white forehead.

Fun Fact

It is one of the smallest and most beautiful hummingbirds in the country, highly prized by birdwatchers from around the world.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does the Snowcap Hummingbird live in Costa Rica?
The Snowcap Hummingbird (Microchera albocoronata) lives in caribbean slope and mid-elevation areas.
What are the characteristics of the Snowcap Hummingbird?
A tiny hummingbird. The male is dark purple with a brilliant white forehead.
What is a fun fact about the Snowcap Hummingbird?
It is one of the smallest and most beautiful hummingbirds in the country, highly prized by birdwatchers from around the world.