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Violet-crowned Hummingbird
Habitat: Sycamore groves, canyons and stream sides
Food: Mostly nectar and insects but will also feed on sugar water from hummingbird feeders.
Migratory Path: Present in the US for most of the year
Behaviour: Hovers over flowers and extends tongue deep into the flower. Catches insects flying in mid air.
Conservation Status: Permanent resident of its range in the US
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