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Rufous Hummingbird - in flight feeding on Cooley's Hedge Nettle flower - Pacific Northwest - August _D3D2281
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Rufous Hummingbird - in flight feeding on Cooley's Hedge Nettle flower - Pacific Northwest - August _D3D2281
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Rufous Hummingbird - in flight feeding on Cooley's Hedge Nettle flower
Pacific Northwest - August
Selasphorus rufus
Tom & Pat Leeson
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Flight of the Nectar Ninja - Rufous Hummingbird on a Cooley's Hedge Nettle Mission!
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. In this breathtaking snapshot captured by Tom and Pat Leeson, we witness the incredible agility and precision of the Rufous Hummingbird as it hovers mid-air, feeding on a vibrant Cooley's Hedge Nettle flower. This tiny avian acrobat from the Pacific Northwest is like a superhero in action! With its iridescent feathers glistening under the August sun against the backdrop of Washington State's majestic Cascade Mountains, this North American jewel steals our hearts. Its delicate wings beat at an astonishing rate of 53 times per second, allowing it to maintain perfect balance while sipping nectar. As if defying gravity wasn't impressive enough, this hummingbird showcases impeccable table manners too! With its long beak delicately inserted into the flower's depths, it dines with elegance and finesse. It seems that even in nature, there are connoisseurs who appreciate fine dining experiences. The image perfectly captures not only nature's beauty but also highlights how essential these pollinators are for maintaining ecological harmony. As they flit from one wildflower to another, spreading pollen along their journey, they play a vital role in sustaining our diverse ecosystems. So let us raise our imaginary glasses filled with sweet nectar to salute this extraordinary creature – The Rufous Hummingbird! May its enchanting flight forever remind us that even amidst chaos and challenges, there is always room
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