Broad-billed Hummingbird (Cynanthus latirostris)

Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) comprise more than 300 species across 102 genera, making them one of the most diverse bird families in the New World. They are endemic to the Americas, with a range extending from Patagonia to nearly as far north as Alaska. Known for their vibrant, iridescent feather colors and long, slender bills, hummingbirds are easily recognized. Their short wings, limited in flexibility due to their bone structure, move in a figure-eight pattern, creating their distinctive "whirlpool" flight. Hummingbirds have exceptionally fast metabolisms, and to conserve energy, they enter a state of torpor at night. As nectarivores, they primarily feed on flower nectar. Many species are territorial and can be highly aggressive in defending their preferred flowers. Strong sexual dimorphism in coloration is common in several species, including the broad-billed hummingbird. These birds construct small nests from plant materials in tree branches, with the female typically responsible for incubating the eggs. The broad-billed hummingbird mainly inhabits dry regions of Central America and the southern United States. It is not considered a globally threatened species.