Dashing Jewel
The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is one of my favorite birds that I definitely enjoy seeing in my backyard.
These dominate birds are beautiful in shape as well as in color. Very skilled flyers that can maneuver in such a way no other bird species can, such as hovering and flying in reverse.
Being so small they are easy to miss when surrounded by vegetation.
They are not afraid of bigger birds I’ve noticed, however, I saw a one fly away from a large wasp that was attracted by the nectar aroma.
The Ruby- throated are very playful with their mates.
I know that hummingbirds are not seen in many Countries… Well, you miss an incredible little bird!
But I have pictures for you, so don’t feel bad.
Can you do this?
Or this?
Text and Photographs © HJ Ruiz – Avian101
H.J. Ruiz - Avian101 
Love your bird photos. Hummingbirds are some amazing creatures. I’m hoping to set up some bird feeders soon to give me a better opportunity for bird photos. If I can’t find them then maybe I can lure them to me. 🙂 Awesome shots and keep up the great work!
Thank you very much, I hope you find them and show up at your feeders. 🙂
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Great shot!
Thanks Kathy! 🙂
We don’t have the ruby-throated h-bird on the western side of the country, so it’s great to see them here. Thanks HJ.
That’s great Jet! I’m sure that one of these days you’ll see one when you come to the East Coast. Thanks dear! 🙂
Beautiful birds, beautifully photographed, HJ! Love the feeder too! Lovely…. 🙂 You’re right, many of us have never seen a hummingbird, so thanks! ❤
You’re welcome A.! I’m glad that you like them! 🙂
What lovely pictures of hummingbirds. I have never seen them in the flesh so to speak alas.
At least you have and idea by looking at the pictures. I’m sure you’d like them a lot in person. Thanks Susan! 🙂
Wonderful photos, H.J.! These little gems are a challenge to get good photos of and yours are amazing!
Thank you Amy! One day soon you’ll be doing the same! 🙂
Lovely set of photos.
Thank you very much Kathy! 🙂
In my opinion, a photog. like you should arrange an exhibition – just hummingbirds, nothing else. And I reckon the doors would never be empty of people arriving to look at your GORGEOUS shots !!!!
Thank you for the compliment M-R, I enjoy what I do and enjoy even more sharing it with others. 🙂
Beautiful little birds! Thank-you for all the lovely photos.
Thank you very much Clare! 🙂
You really capture their character! excellent!
Thanks a lot Barbara! 🙂
Great shots! I’m still waiting to see them in my yard. Another week or two perhaps. 😦
Thank you Lisa! 🙂
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Exquisite photos of an exquisite bird! 🙂
Thanks a lot Sharifah! 🙂
Simply beautiful H.J.! Thanks for sharing, missed seeing these feathered friends 🙂