wildcritters Nature Photography

LOCATION PHOTO #5497 

Costa Rica

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White-necked Jacobin (j)

[Florisuga mellivora]

12/17/2025

Costa Rica

Looks like a male, but is it? About 20% of females have male plumage, possibly an evolutionary advantage to ensure they're not bullied by true males while feeding.

Photo# 5497

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