Hummingbirds. Old and young.

I hung out by the Red Yuccas today with my new 150-600, although I still prefer the 70-200 for hummingbirds. There were several, but two caught my eye; an old male Anna's, showing his years, and a youngster, probably Costa's. The old guy is still master of his corner of the yard, chasing away all others from "his" feeder, but he tolerates them at the flowers.

1. The fresh, young face.

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Really great stuff Moose. Beautiful

Indeed, very nice, can really see the young in him. nicely done!

Awesome set! Fantastic series all are just great! I like all the different expressions.

Thanks, Carol, Bret, Jeff.

Haha Moose, I really felt a connection with the youngster through your images until he stuck his tongue out at something......kids these days!
Amazing study in these images showing those up-and-comers and those still hanging in there. Both are neat to see and as usual your images are top notch.

Thanks, Steve. Much appreciated.

Beautiful shots Moose. Nice to see the old man is still holding his own. (us old guys like to see that.)

Thanks Craig. It's my understanding that most hummers have a 3-5 year lifespan (though occasionally make it to 8).

I have to wonder if this is the old boy's last Summer. I hate finding dead ones in my yard, and it's happened a couple of times.

Moose, your first and last are my favorites. Nice set!

Gracias, Ted.

Beautiful capture Moose, I love the one where he sticks his tongue out!

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Beautiful capture Moose, I love the one where he sticks his tongue out!

He kept doing that, and I took about 20 shots because I was always too slow.