Jun
12
2008

Mrs. Hummer

I haven’t been this excited  in ages….

This morning, I took the screen down in the kitchen window (it actually fits inside the casement window….so it is removed from inside the house) and washed it. It had a lot of dust and the “fluff” from dandelions and cottonwood trees on it.  And, while I was at it, I washed the window so sparkling clean, one would hardly know there was glass in it!

After finishing the window, I grabbed a really fancy stool we bought Ben for Christmas and placed it near the counter in the kitchen. I then fixed myself as quietly and non-conspicuously as possible upon the stool…..

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I have never been so pleased with any hummingbird photos I have taken! I can’t believe these came out so crystal-clear, through the window!

As I waited for a male to venture on by, I realized that the females are far less timid than the males.  The males could see me in the house and would light on the other side of the feeder.  I certainly will continue to try to capture a male, as they are stunning with their beautiful bright red “collar” which dictates the name of this species…Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds.

Written by Katya in: birdwatching,hummingbirds,nature,photography |

6 Comments »

  • Fabulous photos! Aren’t they amazing and sooooo much fun to watch!

    I’m Kellan – nice to meet you. See you soon.

    Comment | June 12, 2008
  • Wow Kae! Wanna come wash my windows?? lol
    Great shots… can’t wait to see more.

    Comment | June 12, 2008
  • Great shots! I especially like the third one. She seems to have an “are you for real?” look about her.

    Comment | June 12, 2008
  • How fantastic to have such gorgeous wildlife so up-close-and-personal!

    Comment | June 13, 2008
  • Hi Kellan! Nice to meet you. (although I am soooo late in responding!) You are such a busy lady…love your blog. It is so much fun!!!!

    Thank you for the comments….I love these little hummers and always try to get a “better photo” of them!!!

    Sometimes I wish I lived in the south (NO, I did NOT say that….the HEAT would kill me!!!!!!) just so I could see more varieties of hummers!!!

    Comment | June 16, 2008
  • Great shots.

    Comment | June 29, 2008

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