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Anna's HB tongue full-extension
Forcreeks

Anna's HB tongue full-extension (Calypte anna)

Their tongues approximately twice the bill length, dart in and out about 13-20 times per second, so while we see the throat pumping and the nectar moving, seldom the tongue itself unless stopped by the lens. Here you can see the very tip behind the third petal and in front of the second petal.. the petals crossed-positions. Hope you enjoyed it.
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Habitat
River woodland
Location
Jennings Lodge, OR
Date taken
6-20-2020
Scientific name
Calypte anna
Equipment used
Kowa TSN-884 - Canon G9X
Kits
Another stunning shot showing the tongue very well, Steve.
 
delia todd
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Opus Editor
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That's another great picture you've taken of this hummer Steve.

Many thanks lad, such pretty wee birds.
 
KC Foggin
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Two great close ups of this sipping jewel Steve and so beautifully captured guy!

That is quite a long tongue!
 

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