Males have a green head and an all green back and a brilliant red throat along with a white breast, and green flanks. The tail is a combination of Rufous, black, white and green feathers. (Reference Sibley Guide to Birds to see color pattern in tail feathers) Females also have a green head and an all green back, but lack the solid red throat. Females have a rich buffy color on the flanks and belly.

Males have a green head and an all green back and a brilliant red throat along with a white breast, and green flanks. The tail is a combination of Rufous, black, white and green feathers. (Reference Sibley Guide to Birds to see color pattern in tail feathers) Females also have a green head and an all green back, but lack the solid red throat. Females have a rich buffy color on the flanks and belly.

Common in appropriate habitat

Nectar and insect eater. Frequents hummingbird feeders. Like other hummingbird species has the ability to hover. In flight males' wings produce a distinctive audible sound that confirms identification.

Nectar, sugar water, insects, spiders

Other hummingbird species that occur in this area (Anna's, Black-chinned, etc.)

White Spar Campground, Granite Basin, Lynx Lake, Groom Creek, Walker.