I am hoping that you are not getting tired of the Hummingbird photos. There are so many around this year, and because of this, it gives me a chance to hone in on my in-flight photos. The female Ruby-throated Hummingbirds have been more or less absent from the nectar feeders, leading me to believe they are on their nests tending to young.
Bird Photography: Hovering Ruby-throated Hummingbird
This photo was captured while was I was standing on our back deck. The male Ruby-throated Hummingbird zipped down from a perch in a maple tree and hovered in front of me, apparently checking me out. I slowly raised my camera and fired off three quick shots before he flew away. I actually thought that I missed focus and was going to delete the photos in-camera. After closer examination, one looked like I should check it out on my computer. After doing so, I was glad I did not delete it. The background is not busy, the light is awesome, and the Hummingbird itself is nearly tack sharp.
The following photo was taken with a Canon 7D and a Canon 400mm f/4 L IS lens. Simply click the thumbnail below for a full-sized view. ©2011 John Briggs Photography
Male Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Happy birding!
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Excellent + !
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Outstanding photo. Glad you didn't trust your first instinct!
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Nice!
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Sensational image! I never tire at viewing hummingbird images. They are fascinating, beautiful birds!
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How could anyone be tired of such fantastc birds? Not me!
wonderful image John. fun birds to watch.
dan
I never get tired of any of your photos John. That is one awesome shot of the Ruby-throated Hummingbird in flight! I'm glad you didn't delete it! what was your shutter speed on this photo John?
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John, The photo Gods are smiling on you. Great shot!:D
Thanks for the comments, tweets and likes on this post folks! You all are awesome!
What impresses me the most is that you managed to take a perfect picture of a hummingbird in the first place. It's ridiculously tough to snap a shot of something so small and quick.
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