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(#179) Improved: Ruby-Crowned Kinglet

One of North America's smallest birds, this male RUBY-CROWNED KINGLET can be recognized by its constant wing-flicking. The male shows its red crown only infrequently...(All About BIrds)

 

Interesting facts: Avg size only 4.25' (11cm);This tiny bird lays a very large clutch of eggs. Although the eggs themselves weigh only 0.65 g (0.02 oz), an entire clutch can weigh as much as the female herself.....(AAB)

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Uploaded on April 28, 2008
Taken on October 8, 2012