Calliope Hummingbird (Stellula calliope), Paton's House, Patagonia, Santa Cruz County

This Calliope Hummingbird was discovered and photographed by Michael Todd on 20 February 2011.

Accidental in winter.  Previous records for winter in SE Arizona were in December.  This appears to be the first record for late winter (January to mid-March) in SE Arizona. 

Short bill, short tail, round body, adult male by streaked gorget

20 February 2011, photo by Michael Todd

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