Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Can you find the Hummingbird?



This is a female ruby-throated hummingbird at my new feeder.  It only took three days before they found it on my deck, flying very close to my back door.  They don't seem afraid of the close proximity, but disappear in a flash when I try to take pictures.

Notice the hummingbird's long bill, inside of which is a long tongue they use to lap up the nectar.  They certainly need the energy because in early fall the ruby-throated hummingbird migrates to Mexico and Central America flying at least 500 miles nonstop across the Gulf of Mexico.  Whew!

1 comment:

Unknown said...

The Humingbird is a beautiful reminder of the natural beauty all around us. Thank you for taking the time to share with us.