Coppery-headed Emerald

Common name: Coppery-headed Emerald
Scientfic name: Microchera cupreiceps
Clades: Trochilini - Emeralds

The Coppery-headed Emerald is about 7.5 cm (3.0 in) long and weighs about 3.0 to 3.3 g (0.11 to 0.12 oz).

The Coppery-headed Emerald is a diminutive hummingbird characterized by its distinctly curved bill. The male of the species boasts a resplendent, iridescent green plumage, complemented by a striking coppery crown and bright white outer tail feathers. In comparison, the female exhibits similar features but is adorned with white underparts.

This species is primarily found in forests and their peripheries, typically observed in a solitary fashion, although gatherings of males engaging in elaborate displays are not uncommon. Notably, the unique bill shape and the presence of white outer tail feathers serve as key identifiers for this remarkable avian species.

The Coppery-headed Emerald is endemic to Costa Rica.