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Calliope Hummingbird - male - in flight at Penstemon flower - British Columbia - Canada BI018604
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Calliope Hummingbird - male - in flight at Penstemon flower - British Columbia - Canada BI018604
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Calliope Hummingbird - male - in flight at Penstemon flower
British Columbia - Canada
Stellula calliope
Bill Coster
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. In this breathtaking snapshot captured by Bill Coster, we witness nature's very own aerial acrobat in action. Meet the Calliope Hummingbird - a dashing male with iridescent plumage that shimmers like precious gemstones under the Canadian sun. With wings beating at an astonishing 80 times per second, this tiny marvel hovers effortlessly above a vibrant Penstemon flower. As if frozen mid-flight, he delicately sips on its sweet nectar, his slender beak perfectly adapted for this delicate task. The scene is nothing short of magical as our avian protagonist seems to defy gravity itself. With every feather meticulously groomed and each movement executed with precision, it's no wonder why these hummingbirds are often referred to as "nature's helicopters". This fleeting moment captures the essence of North American wildlife at its finest – a testament to both their beauty and resilience. It serves as a gentle reminder that even amidst life's chaos, there is always time to pause and appreciate the wonders unfolding around us. So let your imagination take flight alongside this creature! Allow yourself to be whisked away into a world where flowers become landing pads and hummingbirds become ethereal dancers in an enchanting ballet of nature.
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