The black-chinned hummingbird is a hummingbird occupying a broad range of habitats. Its summer range is in the western United States and southwestern Canada. It is migratory, wintering as far south as Mexico. In sunlight, the iridescent purple gorget of the males is noticeable.

This Black-chinned Hummingbird was photographed at Irvine, CA on May 5, 2025. View all Black-chinned Hummingbird photos →