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In the blink of an eye
D. Taylor

In the blink of an eye (Archilochus colubris)

This little girl was either blinking her eye or winking at me....don't know which. I had some fun Sunday morning, it was drizzling rain and the hummers were feeding. Not the best conditions but fun any way.
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Habitat
Back Deck
Location
Wayne County, NC
Date taken
June 15, 2008
Scientific name
Archilochus colubris
Equipment used
Nikon D 50/Nikon 300/4 & SB 800 flash
KC Foggin
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Opus Editor
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Clearly, you've got more to offer the little jewels cause I haven't seen a one in over a week now. Really scratching my head here but at least I have yours to enjoy ;)
 
D. Taylor
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They have been scarce at work, but I still see the same ones around home. Hope your returns soon.
 
Lisa W
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Lovely shot, Donny. I'm in Hummer withdrawal, visiting my family in Dallas and haven't seen one of the little jewels in over a week!
 
madamcoolpix
Strange effect in her eye indeed! A couple of weeks ago I took a picture of an Alpine Chough and its eye looked exactly like this, I thought it was an effect of the shade but now I think it was blinking too! :h?: Maybe your girl closed her eyes to thoroughly enjoy the delicious nectar! ;) Very beautiful image!!! :t: :t: :t:
 

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