Breeding Location:
Mountain slopes, Wooded areas near water
Breeding Type:
Solitary nester
Breeding Population:
Uncommon and local
Egg Color:
White
Number of Eggs:
2
Incubation Days:
15 - 18
Egg Incubator:
Female
Nest Material:
Plant fibers and down bund with insect and spider silk
Migration:
Most do not migrate
Overview
Magnificent Hummingbird: Large hummingbird of Mexican highlands, occurs in limited areas of southwest U.S. Appears very dark green overall, in good light may show blue-green to green throat, purple forehead, gray vent, small but prominent white spot behind eye; tail is all dark. Black legs, feet.
Range and Habitat
Magnificent Hummingbird: Found in arid mountain forests of the Southwest and Mexico.
Breeding and Nesting
Magnificent Hummingbird: Two white eggs laid in an open cup nest located on a horizontal branch in moderately high trees, often on branches overhanging streams. No other information on nesting habits. Female thought to incubate the eggs between 15 to 19 days.
Foraging and Feeding
Magnificent Hummingbird: Perches on prominent branches and flies out repeatedly to catch flying insects, also makes long flights to visit widely spaced flowers for nectar.
Readily Eats
Sugar Water
Vocalization
Magnificent Hummingbird: Loud, sharp "tsik" or "chip." May also give a squeaky chatter when agitated.
Similar Species
Magnificent Hummingbird: Blue-throated Hummingbird has shorter bill and more distinct face pattern with dark mask and white eyeline. Plain-capped Starthroat has longer, straighter bill and strong face pattern.
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