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Archilochus colubris
Female green and white with some black on tail feathers.
Wooded areas and edges of woods, especially at flowers or nectar feeders.
One of many Ruby-throateds that visit my yard during the summer months. I was photographing the lotus and didn't even realize that the hummingbird was in the shot until I saw the image later on the computer.
Spotted on Aug 20, 2006
Submitted on Dec 31, 2012
5 Comments
Thank you Ashish and Maria. And yes Maria, the lotus was huge compared to the hummingbird. I think that's why I didn't think a hummer would ever nectar from a lotus. But I was wrong. I've seen it several times since then.
Thank you Yuko, what an honor for you to say that.
It looks so tiny compared to the lotus - great shot!
American Bird and Asian Flower... amazing combination.
Diane, this photo just took my breath away. One of my most favorites on PN! It must have been a great surprise to see the hummingbird in the photo unexpectedly!