Violet-headed Hummingbird
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    Violet-headed Hummingbird

    Klais guimeti

    Iconic Birds
    Least Concern

    The violet-headed hummingbird is a species of hummingbird in the family Trochilidae. It is the only species in the genus Klais.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Violet-headed Hummingbird. Sightings recorded in 48 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    Central & South America
    Parque Nacional SangayCentral Andes & Highlands, Ecuador
    Rare
    Parque Nacional BarbillaCaribbean Coast & Tortuguero Canals, Costa Rica
    Rare
    Parque Nacional Juan Castro BlancoCentral Highlands & Talamanca Mountains, Costa Rica
    Rare
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