We recently posted pictures of a male Rufous Hummingbird that claimed the feeder just outside the door of our trailer. That feeder has been visited by Broad-tailed and Calliope hummingbirds, but "The Boss" is quick to run them off.
I finally got some good pictures of a male Calliope Hummingbird on the feeder. I think that the bright gorget feathers are attractive because they are streaked rather than the solid colors of other hummingbirds.
At a length of 3.25" and weighing 0.1 ounce, this is the smallest North American bird.
Really nice shots! What a gorgeous little bird. We have only the ruby throats here... guess we'll takes what we gets....
ReplyDeleteI'd sure like to see that little Calliope. I know what you mean about the bossy rufous. :)
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful hummingbird! Love the pics. Earn and I just got a new camera and your pics make me want to learn how to use it! LOL
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