Top Differences Between Black-Chinned And Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

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Black-Chinned Hummingbird vs Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

- Ruby-throated has a red throat. - Black-chinned hummers have their throat as purple

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Description Of The Black-Chinned Hummingbird

They are small birds of the hummingbird’s species weighing around 3 grams. They also are around 8.25 cm or 3.25 inches long.

The Behavior of the Black Hummingbird

These hummingbird species also tend to be solitary. They are one common widespread western summer hummingbird species. 

Migration Range and Habitat

Sighted or found in the mountains of the Western United States. They are particularly found in lower elevations from desert to mountain forest.

Description Of The Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

They are also small birds that can range between three and five inches long. Their weight can be around 3.1 grams.

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Ruby-throated Behavior

Ruby-throated hummingbirds are one aggressive and territorial species.

Migration Range and Habitat

Ruby-throated hummers tend to travel far to spend their winter periods around Mexico, Central America, and Florida. 

Black-chinned Hummingbird Vs Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Both Black-chinned hummingbird and Ruby-throated hummers may look similar in appearance which is why some people may confuse them with each other. 

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