Mr. Spunky

The last images of Ruby-throated Hummingbirds I shared with you included a juvenile male who has pretty much decided that my back deck is the happening place to be. While I still see him getting chased occasionally, he's the predominant bird in the images I've captured over the last month or so. I can't help but cheer for the underdog!

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I've seen as many as 3 juvi/females sparring over the feeding rights on my deck. I certainly think he lives up to his name and hopefully will continue being happy enough here to remember the location upon his return next year. Thanks for having a look and leaving behind your thoughts and comments.

Steve
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smeghead62 wrote in post #17098646
Great series, Steve, esp. #2 and 7.

Thanks for the comment Doug. You chose 2 of my favorites too.

CDMOOSE wrote in post #17098663
Superb shots, Steve; good for you.
Al

Much appreciated as always Al.

A1original wrote in post #17098675
Great series, I only wish I could get this quality.

I appreciate your nice comment Ira. Practice, practice, practice helps, helps, helps.

Pondrader wrote in post #17098780
So nice Steve

Thank you Jeff. BTW - where's your hummer(s) been?

TedEllis wrote in post #17098810
Excellent Steve!!!!!!!!!!!!

Gettin' there Ted....thanks for the encouraging comments.

Grizz wrote in post #17099091
Beautiful shots Steve!

Always appreciate you checking in Craig and leaving such wonderful comments.

Red Dexs wrote in post #17099416
Well captured Steve, what set up did you use?

Very much appreciated Red. Multiple setups with #1 shot with the 1DMk4/500mm, #s 6 & 7 shot with the D800/400mm, and remainder with the 1DMk4/300mm. Obviously still testing

Peter2516 wrote in post #17099424
Beautiful series. Excellent job Steve.

Your very kind Peter as are your comments. Thank you.

SJC from VT wrote in post #17099494
So pretty! Just love the colors...

Thanks as always Sandy. It's fun watching the bird and their colors develop.

CMOats wrote in post #17099502
Stunning images Steve!!

Thank you Cheryl. I'm glad you liked them!

bigjohninva wrote in post #17099594
Great detail.!!

Thanks for checking in John and your comments are very welcome.

Lester Wareham wrote in post #17099968
Fabulous shots Steve.

Much appreciated Sir Lester! You're always so kind.

Steve
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