Rufous Cross Badge of Courage
by Debby Pueschel
Title
Rufous Cross Badge of Courage
Artist
Debby Pueschel
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
A single Rufous Hummingbird is a rare sight around my yard. These birds are somewhat larger than the Annas Hummingbirds which stay year round. Rufous are known for their aggressive nature. Very few Annas stop for a drink when the Rufous stop during their migration because the Rufous is very much a single bird and aggressive.
Its beautiful orange and green iridescent feathers shone in the light. This specific bird, has been wounded several times. The most recent wound, is heart shaped, almost as if it is a badge of courage. Interestingly, it is located over its heart. In addition, its pose of a Cross adds to the interest of this photograph.
Featured in these groups:
*Images that Excite 1-7-21
*Visions of Spring-Glances of Summer 9-2-21
*Wonder of Wings 9-2-21
Vertical Images 10-6-21
*A Woman's Touch 10-8-21
Uploaded
August 29th, 2020
Embed
Share
Similar Images
Comments (69)
Debby Pueschel
Thank you Anita, Jenny, Viktor and Gary for the comments and votes. I just love my hummers! Thank you again!!!
Gary F Richards
Spectacular hummingbird composition, lighting, shading, excellent colors and artwork! F/L voted
Anita Pollak
What a fabulous capture of this gorgeous hummingbird, Debby! Voted in the Beautiful Birds Contest! l/f
Debby Pueschel
Thanks Michael. I just keep the camera clicking and the result is a BUNCH of pictures and a few great ones! Thank you again.
Recently Viewed
