Identity Revealed*
This Ruby-throated Hummingbird is a "newbie" to our garden. I know this because of the plumpness & outstanding white throat & breast. I was fooled at first in thinking it was a female, but as I watched (series of photos) a male approach "her," the new hummer revealed "his" gorget markings. After looking it up, I found out that first year males often look like females, but have the soft lines & spots in their neck, which they will flash on occasion.
Identity Revealed*
This Ruby-throated Hummingbird is a "newbie" to our garden. I know this because of the plumpness & outstanding white throat & breast. I was fooled at first in thinking it was a female, but as I watched (series of photos) a male approach "her," the new hummer revealed "his" gorget markings. After looking it up, I found out that first year males often look like females, but have the soft lines & spots in their neck, which they will flash on occasion.