Golden-crowned Emerald

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Golden-crowned Emerald (<em>Cynanthus auriceps</em>) is a species of Hummingbirds (<em>Trochilidae</em>) in the order Swifts and Hummingbirds.

Overview

Golden-crowned Emerald (Cynanthus auriceps) is a species of Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) in the order Swifts and Hummingbirds.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Cynanthus; binomial: Cynanthus auriceps; authority: (Gould, 1852).

Distribution

Breeding range: Middle America.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Move Golden-crowned Emerald from Chlorostilbon to Cynanthus (NACC 2020-A-02, 2020-D-01).

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