The ruby is in its name but not in its colouring in this picture above, for this hummingbird at the red feeder is a female. It is the male of this species that displays a beautiful ruby throat. The first sighting of a Hummingbird in Bird Alley this spring was on May 9th, that seems a bit late to me! But our area has experienced lots of rain and cooler temperatures this spring season.
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Above from my photo archives a male Rubythroated hummingbird, photo taken in May 2008
I just LOVE these little fellows!
ReplyDeleteFantastic!I am still waiting for ours to return.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,Ruth
Hummers are so fantastic! Have you checked out this one yet?
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One egg hatched, one more to go.
Lovely! I had a brief visit by one and then it disappeared. Those are great shots.
ReplyDeleteWonderful photo of the little guy. I would love to capture a picture of a hummingbird!
ReplyDeleteHappy Belated Ruby Tuesday!