Is it Humm or Buzz

Whatever it is these guys make a hell of a racket when they are in flight. Otherwise, they are quiet.


Calling all word botchers out there. (see spoonerisms)

Can't ID these. Thought it could be a Rufous but that is orange throated not orange breasted. Check out the tail feathers. I had been thinking two different types or male/female?

EDIT: beginning to think these might be juvenile Rufous Hummingbird based on the spotted neck feature. Information suggests that their range is broad and other info suggests agression at the feeder -- for sure on that!






Different Neck Spots - Different Bird?


Hummingbird Fight


Lift off!



Damn Rain! Doesn't it look like it is staring at the water drop?







Note the tail feathers





Had to add this one in even if it is out of focus _ Thirrrrttt
Is it just getting ready? 
Or tested for depth?


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