Blue-capped hummingbird facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Blue-capped hummingbird (female) |
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The blue-capped hummingbird, also called the Oaxaca hummingbird, is a tiny, colorful bird. It's a special type of hummingbird known for its bright blue cap. This bird lives only in a small part of Mexico, making it very unique!
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About the Blue-capped Hummingbird
The blue-capped hummingbird is a specific kind of bird. Its scientific name is Eupherusa cyanophrys. It's known for its beautiful feathers and quick movements.
Where it Lives
This hummingbird is found only in one place: the southernmost part of the Sierra Madre del Sur mountains in the Mexican state of Oaxaca. This means it is endemic to that area. Imagine a plant or animal that lives nowhere else on Earth!
The place where it lives is a subtropical moist forest. This type of forest is warm and humid, with lots of rain. It has many tall trees and plants, which are perfect for hummingbirds.
Why it's Special
The blue-capped hummingbird has a very small home range. This makes it quite rare. Its tiny forest home is important for its survival.
Sometimes, people think this hummingbird is a type of Stripe-tailed hummingbird. This is because they look a bit similar. But the blue-capped hummingbird is its own unique species.
Protecting Their Home
Sadly, the places where blue-capped hummingbirds live are shrinking. This is called habitat loss. When forests are cut down or changed, these birds lose their homes and food sources. Protecting these special forests helps keep the blue-capped hummingbird safe.
See also
In Spanish: Colibrí miahuatleco para niños
