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Tuesday, September 30, 2014
Extra-territorial
This is a female Ruby-throated Hummingbird that I observed over a two-day period at the local arboretum. She had competition and was not going to concede in any way, shape or form. Her feistiness was inspirational. A female warrior. She didn't care that I stood close by. No, this girl had a one-track mind: keeping the competitor away from her flower patch. What a treat this was and worth the sunburn and mosquito bites.
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Awesome shots of this little beauty. I love these!
Wow....I love the close up of her tiny feet...and the one where she's dining at the turk's cap red blossom.
Thanks, Gail, for linking up with the bird enthusiasts at I'd Rather B Birdin'.
Oh...so beautiful
go grab the Benadryl Gel
Have you checked the NatGeo pic of the day?
http://photography.nationalgeographic.com/photography/photo-of-the-day/
Yours are better
These images are superb! Not much more to say. Hope they end up linked to WBW.
Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne
is the little bird scratching his nose? or foot? that is wild. what a great awesome capture. ( :
I absolutely love the scratching photo! What cute little curled up feet. So great to see these.
The second photo of the hummingbird is adorable! And I love how the middle of the flower looks like it's part of the sweet bird.
Your photos always amaze me, sweet friend. You have a God-given gift and talent!
remarkable shots. gotta love a girl with sass. :)
Oh my goodness what lovely captures, you sure were lucky first to see them and to keep them locked in photos! Very enjoyable.
Hi Gail,
What a great pictures of this hummingbird.
Really perfect photographed, my compliments.
What a beauty :)) And so wonderful shots !
What a beauty :)) And so wonderful shots !
You got such amazing shots of her! She's gorgeous.
Fantastic photos! Wow! You can see every beautiful detail!
Fabulous images Gail and such detail.
Oh wat is hij mooi.
Oh my, these are just so incredible!! I have had one at my feeder, chasing away everyone, but so hard to snap a picture of.
I agree, she's worth the discomfort :)
Beautiful images. I love seeing all that detail in those tiny feathers.
What splendid action photos. She's a sharp eyed feisty gal!
I have one word to say: Fabulous!
Loving your hummer photos and observatiobs!
Adorable shots of the hummers.. They are so darn cute.
Amazing pics, Gail! Ruby's a pretty girl...or more likely a boy.
I am so in love with this little hummer, spectacular photos Gail. Thanks for stopping by and commenting on my posts. The food one, this isn't like an Indian Curry, it is a Thai Curry and the flavors are different. It's hard for me to explain and I'm not doing it very well :( Have a great week!
Gorgeous shots! Don't you just love their tiny little feet?
She is so beautiful! Thanks for sharing these with us!
Those hummer shots are just plain stunning. Wow!
Those hummer shots are just plain stunning. Wow!
Those hummer shots are just plain stunning. Wow!
Well, my favorite is the third one...her bright eyes...the perfect pose and form. Amazing photos, Gail!
Extremely beautiful shots! Very nice captures of such a handsome bird!
What a treat Gail! Awesome!
Oh my gosh Gail I sooooooo love these shots !!!
Gorgeous , fantabulous .
All our hummingbirds have left for the season .
Great shots ~ really enjoyed viewing them.
Wow - you've outdone yourself with these beauties!
beautiful pictures
Gobsmacking shots. Love the catchlight in its eye . What settings did you use?
Simply amazing. Hard to believe they are so territorial.
Wonderful to see these beautiful birds close up in your fantastic shots.
Your hummer photos are so incredible, they show every tiny feather and detail. The hummer scratching is so adorable, and with one with its bill deep in the flower. So adorable!
Absolutely the best yet, the photographs are outstanding.
Wow; amazing photographs of Hummingbird♫♫♫ She does look like having 'feistiness' and being a warrior.
Hope you are having a wonderful week.
Sending Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan to my Dear friend in America, xoxo Miyako*
Truth be told, I'm JEALOUS! I have never been that close to a hummingbird!
Oh your photos always make my jaw drop. Incredible shots. Hug B
You couldn't ask for better shots. Amazing! I have so enjoyed your photos of the hummingbirds....and the detailed photography has been awesome!! Girl...you just keep getting better and better!!
hugs
What a beautiful bird, wonderful detail as always Gail. Love it
hi Gail!
I'm back and I will remain back. I have a new post up today and one for tomorrow and Friday all on the docket. My break was just what I needed. I am half way done with my 28 radiation zaps; 15 to go and things are great!
I have missed you. I wore your scarf today, and I think you'll see it on a post soon.
♥, Renae
Oh and love the details of these photos; you never cease to amaze me.
Beautiful shots ... I admire.
Greetings.
These are fantastic!
You have the patience of Job and we benefit from your persistence. Thanks for sharing.
Nobody does hummers as beautifully as you do! Works of art. You are an inspiration (and so is that feisty bird too of course!)
oohhh Gail, these are just so beautiful!! We all need more adjectives to describe your images!! Crisp, clear, gorgeous!!
...oh, and old birds are welcome. lol
Wow, amazing shots.
These are absolutely stunning. I can't believe the detail you capture with these beauties. Just amazing.
Amazing shots!!
Stunning images, Gail! They really are "flying jewels"!
Makes the sunburn and skeeter bites worth it.
So beautiful! So fantastic! Your other blog this gorgeous hummingbird bird I shared on google +. Really perfect photographed and so beautiful to see. A very big compliment!
Beautiful pics. You take them so well.
Beautiful bird, beautiful photos!
Greetings...
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