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bcmale

Archilochus alexandri

A male Black-Chinned Hummingbird (Archilochus alexandri) vocalizes as he feeds. Note the sound of the "hum" from his wings. Analysis of this hum indicates his wingbeat frequency is 51 beats per second!

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Identification
Archilochus alexandri (black-chinned hummingbird)
Contributors
Douglas Von Gausig, Naturesongs.com
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Subjects
Type Sound

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