The Ruby-topaz Hummingbird (Chrysolampis mosquitus), commonly referred to simply as the Ruby topaz, is a small bird that breeds in the Lesser Antilles and tropical northern South America. It is the only member of the genus Chrysolampis. This stunning little beauty is a seasonal migrant, although its movements are not well understood. I took these photos at Yerette in Trinidad. Better photos are in the links below.
They have a huge range from Venezuela and the Guyanas, south to central Brazil and northern Bolivia; also from Colombia into southern Panama. Yerette in Trinidad is a good place to see them.
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VIDEOS
Watch how his colours change in the light as he moves!
A very lucky group of birders have found some Ruby-topazes in the wild, see the little guys in action!
Sound of the Ruby-topaz