This contrasts well with the pale throat and green head. Cheeks: The auriculars of the female ruby-throated hummingbird are distinctly gray, though the amount of gray coloration can vary.Eye: Like the male ruby-throated hummingbird, a white spot is easily visible behind the female's dark eye.The darker wings, when folded, contrast with the colorful body. Upperparts (not pictured): The upperparts of the ruby-throated hummingbird are a bright green or green-gold with an iridescent sheen.When the tail is held folded, the shape may be more difficult to see. Each feather is pointed, and on the male, each feather is dark. Tail: The ruby-throated hummingbird has a long, pointed tail with a deep notch at the center.The coloration doesn't quite fill in the underparts, however, and there may appear to be a pale line down the center of the abdomen.
Flanks: The bird's flanks are a gray-green color that may show some sparkling iridescence.Because the head of the male ruby-throated hummingbird is dark, the spot can stand out significantly. Eye: The eye is dark, but there is a bright white spot just behind the eye.It makes a striking contrast to the bird's throat. Breast: The breast is bright white and unmarked.Depending on the light, the throat may have an orange-red hue. In shadows or poor light, however, the entire throat may seem dark or dull. Throat: The male ruby-throated hummingbird has a bright red throat, or gorget, with sparkling iridescence when seen in bright light.The ruby-throated hummingbird has a black chin. Chin: The chin of a hummingbird may be tiny, but it can be a clue to the bird's identity.Bill: Like all hummingbirds, the narrow, needle-like bill is ideal for sipping nectar from deep inside flowers.The Spruce Home Improvement Review Board.
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