This tiny hummingbird has a broad geographic range that covers northeastern South America and eastern Panama. The male of this species stands out with his golden throat, ruby-red crown, and orange tail with dark tips. Identifying the female can be more challenging, but her pale gray underparts, white-tipped tail feathers, and dull grayish green upperparts can help distinguish her. Additionally, the female’s bill is short and slightly curved. This bird is often found in open habitats like savannahs, forest edges, and gardens and is quite common.
