They are incredible little creatures, Bo. In just the last week or so they have let me get quite close and I’ve been loving it. Can’t always get photos though.
I love it when we can catch a bird in a conductor pose. I did it with Puffins and Razorbills back in June and you’ve got it perfect with a tiny hummer. Very cool!
Superb capture! The focus is darn near perfect. Very nice work.
Jeff
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Comment by Jeff Lynch — August 21, 2009 @ 8:28 am
Thanks Jeff. The little fellow had enough patience to keep coming back.
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Comment by montucky — August 21, 2009 @ 7:39 pm
Amazing how that tiny thing is so finely put together. Lovely.
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Comment by Bo Mackison — August 21, 2009 @ 8:43 am
They are incredible little creatures, Bo. In just the last week or so they have let me get quite close and I’ve been loving it. Can’t always get photos though.
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Comment by montucky — August 21, 2009 @ 7:41 pm
Absolutely amazing! Now I understand the “broad tail” part of the name.
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Comment by Maureen — August 21, 2009 @ 8:47 am
Those tails really catch the light when they flare them. I’m sure it’s an aerodynamics thing, but also a real show!
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Comment by montucky — August 21, 2009 @ 7:42 pm
A-one, an’ a-two.
Great pic!
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Comment by Pinhole — August 21, 2009 @ 1:31 pm
I could just imagine a tiny orchestra ready to respond to its movement!
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Comment by montucky — August 21, 2009 @ 7:43 pm
Wonderful! Wow…I’ve never seen a hummingbird from that angle before. I probably wouldn’t ever…except for through photography! Great job!
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Comment by Stacey - Addicted to The Click — August 21, 2009 @ 1:58 pm
They have been letting me get and stay close to them. I felt very fortunate to catch this one with the lens.
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Comment by montucky — August 21, 2009 @ 7:45 pm
Wow, gorgeous.
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Comment by Jann — August 21, 2009 @ 5:47 pm
Thanks Jann! They are like little ornaments!
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Comment by montucky — August 21, 2009 @ 7:45 pm
Wow! That is one incredible photo. And I can certainly see the conductor. =)
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Comment by kateri — August 21, 2009 @ 7:13 pm
Thanks kateri. He even looks formal, doesn’t he!
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Comment by montucky — August 21, 2009 @ 7:46 pm
I love the wing action, this is too cool!
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Comment by Candace — August 22, 2009 @ 5:02 am
I liked how it came out. It’s not often that you can see their wings.
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Comment by montucky — August 22, 2009 @ 7:44 am
i don’t think i’ve ever seen one… now i have!! very nice shot that shows every little detail.
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Comment by kcjewel — August 22, 2009 @ 7:47 am
Thanks Jewel. They’re fascinating little creatures.
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Comment by montucky — August 22, 2009 @ 9:34 am
He looks like he is covered in jewels. Wonderful close-up shot. Great detail, action and colors.
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Comment by Iona — August 23, 2009 @ 9:21 am
That’s a good thought, Iona! I like the idea of them being covered in jewels!
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Comment by montucky — August 23, 2009 @ 7:14 pm
WOW! this is absolutely AMAZING! how did you capture this shot? very very nice!!
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Comment by silken — August 23, 2009 @ 3:30 pm
It was just one of those times when timing and focus came together. I was just trying to get some shots at close range with the macro lens.
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Comment by montucky — August 23, 2009 @ 7:11 pm
I love it when we can catch a bird in a conductor pose. I did it with Puffins and Razorbills back in June and you’ve got it perfect with a tiny hummer. Very cool!
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Comment by edvatza — August 24, 2009 @ 3:11 am
I remember your June photos! I’m with you, I love when we can catch that!
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Comment by montucky — August 24, 2009 @ 8:22 pm