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Anna's Hummingbird
ducbucln

Anna's Hummingbird (Calypte anna)

A few days ago we had a small amount of rain which folks in the east would probably call drizzle but the birds loved it. This young male was showing how happy he was by spreading his tail and wings to catch the drops.
Location
Kelseyville, CA.
Date taken
05-14-15
Scientific name
Calypte anna
Equipment used
Canon 7D Mark II, 100-400 II
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Oh how sweet! I don't think i've seen a picture of one doing that before.

A lovely image this Vicki - many thanks for sharing this one.
 
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Lol, trying to bathe in the rain. I love watching this, the few times I have gotten to see it. Fabulous Vicki!!!!
 
Gorgeous looking little hummer...lovely capture of its behaviour!!! Stunning post Vicki!!
 
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Wow, wow, wow girl!!!

This is quite the awesome capture and beautifully detailed I might add.
 

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