Allen's Hummingbird

Selasphorus sasin

10 cm (4") Breeds in coastal California. Common in western bush, gardens, parks, and woodlands.

Male: back is green, otherwise very similar to Rufous hummer. Even their wings whistle like Rufous'.

Female: not safely told in the field from female Rufous hummer.

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Allen's Hummingbird distribution map
Allen's Hummingbird distribution map