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Harris's Hummingbird
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Harris's Hummingbird (Calypte harrisii aprilii)

I happened on this stunning sight last Sat., April 1, 2006. The Harris Hummingbird was long sought by Edward Harris, a friend of John J. Audubon, and was reported to hunt in small packs of two to three birds, sometimes even perching upon each other to gain a better view of potential prey from atop sturdy flower tops. Originally restricted to the SW U.S., they are thought to have spread northwest-ward looking for fertile habitat due to gradual loss of natural adobe mounds, to urban development.
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Habitat
prefers layered Adobe platforms but tolerates sturdy flower stalks
Location
only found inside Mydell, Oregon
Scientific name
Calypte harrisii aprilii
Equipment used
Vivid Imagination M55-Cranium
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You should have posted this on the first of the month! Great image.
 

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