Costa's hummingbird, Calypte costae, is a tiny yet magnificent avian species renowned for its iridescent plumage. Native to the arid regions of the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico, this bird's vibrant purple - pink throat patch on males and its iridescent green back make it a standout in the desert ecosystem. Weighing just a few grams, it flits around with astonishing speed and agility.
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