Costa's Hummingbird 3
by Shoal Hollingsworth
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Costa's Hummingbird 3
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Shoal Hollingsworth
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Description
This species is very small, a mature adult growing to only 3–3.5 in (7.6–8.9 cm) in length. The male Costa's has a mainly green back and flanks, a small black tail and wings, and patches of white below their gorgeted throat and tail. Its most distinguishing feature is its vibrant purple cap and throat with the throat feathers flaring out and back behind its head. The female Costa's hummingbird is not as distinct as the male, having grayish-green above with a white underbelly.
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January 21st, 2019
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Sharon W
I am so crazy about these magical creatures, I do call them flying fairies. Here they do not like humans so it is quite difficult to capture them, not to mention how fast they are of course! Super wonderful work!! I am amazed at your outstanding captures!!
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Quite a capture. The hummingbird appears to be holding the flower in order to take its time enjoying the nectar within. Fantastic.
Kathryn Jones
A splendid shot! I am fascinated by these tiny creatures and wish that we had them here, in the UK.
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