White-eared Hummingbird (Hylocharis leucotis), Beatty's Guest Ranch , Cochise County

This White-eared Hummingbird was photographed by Brendan Galvin and Patricia A Isaacson on 15 June 2020

A rare summer resident in the mountains of southeastern Arizona. Breeding has been documented before. At least two have been present in Miller Canyon since mid May.

The white eyebrow of White-eared Hummingbird is brighter and more broad than any other species of hummingbird in Arizona, although some others can show a rather distinct pale supercilium, especially Broad-billed and Blue-throated. Also note the extensive green speckling on the underparts. Young male with incoming blue feathers on the head.

15 June 2020, photo by Brendan Galvin

15 June 2020, photo by Patricia A Isaacson

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