Gray's Sabrewing

Chrysuronia grayi

Gray's Sabrewing (Chrysuronia grayi) is a striking hummingbird species found in the cloud forests of Central America. It is distinguished by its iridescent green and blue plumage, with the male sporting a vibrant turquoise throat patch. This species is known for its impressive size and long, curved bill, which it uses to feed on nectar from a variety of flowering plants. Gray's Sabrewing is an important pollinator in its habitat, contributing to the health and diversity of the forest ecosystem. Despite facing threats from habitat loss and fragmentation, this species is currently considered to be of Least Concern by the IUCN due to its relatively stable population and widespread distribution.

Habitat: Cloud forests of Central America