Into the Light

This is a female ruby‑throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris), and the light she appears to be flying into is actually a white downspout on a red brick garage.

Step into a world where even the smallest moments—like the glint in a bird's eye—tell their own story.

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Forest Breath

I captured this image of a resting ruby-throated hummingbird (scientific name) during the summer of 2025. It is an interesting image event with a background that is a bit grainy here and there. I think this particular tiny bird is an immature male because of the light black speckles on its throat.

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Mom's hopping up and down because the hummingbirds are back! Three days earlier than last year. Crummy pic, but it's a cold, windy day. #Hummingbirds #Ontario #RubyThroatedHummingbird

Gossamer Guardian

This is a female ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris), although, rufus humming bird is a possibility as well. But I know I know that there is a male ruby-throated hummingbird around and it being spring and all, well ...

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Iridescent Grace

My dog, Charlie, and I were sitting on the porch of my wife’s shop a few years ago when I noticed a little male ruby‑throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris).

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The King is Here

I captured this vivid photograph of a ruby‑throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris) in May 2023.

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Backyard Bird Feeding Station

multi-layer backyard bird feeding system that reduced mess, separated feeding niches, and let each species behave naturally with minimal fuss

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Ruby on a Branch

I haven’t seen any hummingbirds yet this season, but I expect they’ll be along soon. I’ve already put out my first feeder to welcome them. Here’s an image of a ruby‑throated hummingbird I captured in a previous year.

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