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Nov 03, 2009 02:35 |  #1

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This RED BILLED STREAMERTAIL hummingbird, is usually called DOCTOR BIRD in Jamaica. This bird is the national bird of Jamaica and is also found only in Jamaica.


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Nov 03, 2009 04:31 |  #2

Great catch of a beautiful bird, Alfred. See you on the trails.


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Nov 03, 2009 04:55 |  #3

Gorgeous colours


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Nov 03, 2009 05:32 |  #4

Beautiful shots. Looks like he might also be found in various hothouses around the world too, or did you have the good luck to go to Jamaica? :)


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Nov 03, 2009 07:08 |  #5

Nice one Alfred!




  
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Nov 03, 2009 07:32 |  #6

Beautiful shots & bird... Jamaica sounds good at this stage.....

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Nov 03, 2009 07:33 |  #7

Wow! Great colours.




  
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Nov 03, 2009 09:49 |  #8

Thank you Canonloader: Images captured 'bout a month ago at Cranbrook Forest , Discovery Bay, Jamaica.


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Nov 03, 2009 09:52 |  #9

What a beautiful hummer....great shots of him also.


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Nov 03, 2009 09:58 as a reply to  @ Shar824's post |  #10

Wow, This is one of the Most beautiful hummers I have ever seen, there color is amazing, No surprise how well you captured them, your talent for in flight shots is unquestionable.

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Nov 03, 2009 10:31 |  #11

Fab shots.


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Nov 03, 2009 12:04 |  #12

Great captures of a beautiful little hummer.


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Nov 03, 2009 14:30 |  #13

Welcome to POTN Al...I know everyone will love to see your work. See you on the trails!


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Nov 03, 2009 14:38 |  #14

Nice hummer & great shots...


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Nov 03, 2009 16:32 |  #15

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