ruby-crowned kinglet male at Lake Meyer Park IA 653A0247
Here's another look at a male ruby-crowned kinglet. Notice the much-plainer markings on its head and wings compared to a golden-crowned kinglet. If you look very very close on the tip-top of its head, you will see hints of some red feathers. Ruby-crowned kinglets can completely hide their ruby-colored crown when they want to. This one did flare that flaming crown open for me, but those photos were not so focused.
ruby-crowned kinglet male at Lake Meyer Park IA 653A0247
Here's another look at a male ruby-crowned kinglet. Notice the much-plainer markings on its head and wings compared to a golden-crowned kinglet. If you look very very close on the tip-top of its head, you will see hints of some red feathers. Ruby-crowned kinglets can completely hide their ruby-colored crown when they want to. This one did flare that flaming crown open for me, but those photos were not so focused.