Anna's Hummingbird |
Calypte anna |
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This male was photographed in Patagonia, Arizona and is on Wikimedia.
There were three females trying to monopolize a single fruit on this saguaro at North Mountain Park in Phoenix, Arizona. |
These hummingbirds are now the most common species seen at backyard feeders in Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona. Prior to the 1960's they were mostly only a temporary resident during the winter months - the remainder of the year their permanent home was coastal Southern California. The popularity of feeders no doubt has played a role in this population shift.
Here a female hovers at a hummingbird feeder. Notice that there are a few flecks of irridescent feathers on the chin. Year-round ResedentSponsored Links:More Information: |
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