Ruby-crowned Kinglet
Corthylio calendula
Physical Characteristics
Size
3.5-4.3 inches
Wingspan
6.3-7.1 inches
Weight
0.2-0.3 oz
Plumage
Olive-green, white eye-ring, males with red crown patch (often hidden)
Distinctive Features
Olive-green
Natural History & Behavior
🌳 Habitat
Coniferous forests
🍽️ Diet
Insects
🦅 Behavior
Constantly flicks wings, active, bold call
🗺️ Migration Pattern
Migratory
🎵 Sounds
Loud 'see-see-see' and complex song
🛡️ Conservation Status
Least Concern
Fun Facts
Ruby-crowned Kinglets have adapted well to their environment
Conservation status: Least Concern
Average size: 3.5-4.3 inches
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Ruby-crowned Kinglet sound like?
Ruby-crowned Kinglets make Loud 'see-see-see' and complex song. These vocalizations are used for communication, territory defense, and attracting mates.
Where do Ruby-crowned Kinglets live?
Ruby-crowned Kinglets inhabit coniferous forests. Migratory
What do Ruby-crowned Kinglets eat?
The diet of Ruby-crowned Kinglets consists primarily of insects. They forage using various techniques depending on their habitat.
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