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Photo of Rufous Hummingbird (Selasphorus rufus)

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

The rufous hummingbird (Selasphorus rufus) is a small hummingbird, about 8 cm (3.1 in) long with a long, straight and slender bill. These birds are known for their extraordinary flight skills, flying 2,000 mi (3,200 km) during their migratory transits. It is one of seven species in the genus Selasphorus.

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Photo credit: USFWS - Pacific Region

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