hummingbird

Its common name and specific epithet (which means "large-tailed" ) both refer to the long, deeply forked, somewhat swallow-like tail. This species can be found mainly in east-central South America and it's the most common hummingbird in urban areas inside its range.

.....stuff off. Late afternoon image.

Originally painted by John Gould (1804-1881).

Caught this one doing a little itch removal.

A male Plovercrest at a lek in Intervales State Park, Sao Paulo state, Brazil.

Had a little snow and sleet Monday night.......I'm ready for summer.

.....I bet he doesn't miss a thing that is going on here. See y'all in about 10 days, off to instruct a 19th century artillery course.

Anna's Hummingbird. San Francisco. Garden near Pier 41. Photo has been edited for contrast and sharpness using GIMP.

Couldn't resist another hummer

I liked the way the light crossed this young fellow.

It seems the later in the year the more they find new hiding places to guard the feeders. I think all are gone but two or there. Trying to make the most of the time left.

Beautiful Violet Saberwing male

........looks like me after a nap.

Can't resist getting more Hummer shots.....they will be soon gone. I'm just trying to let them know Mali will be back to see them next year. Used fill flash bounced off white card.

.....the different colors these little jewels can produce with different lighting situations. I thought they were gone as I missed them for a couple of days.

Anna's Hummingbird, male

Anna's Hummingbird, male, in flight. Taken on my back porch.

......got me in the eye.

......You don't look like my daddy.

I got to watch the male juvie doing posturing practice. He was a hoot. Taken on an overcast afternoon.