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Ruby-throated hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

Photo by Maria dB
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Field Notes

Description:

The males are very territorial around the three feeders I have out. When not feeding, they will often perch nearby waiting for a rival to come around so they can chase him - or her - away.

Habitat:

My yard

Reference Links:

Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Identification, All About Birds - Cornell Lab of Orn…

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PublishedAugust 9, 2014

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