The hardy hibiscus is native to much of the United States. In the summer months, the blooms provide nectar to hummingbirds, in this case a ruby-throated hummingbird.
Jennifer Sigmon OGDENSBURG, NY
This was the first Anna's hummingbird nest that I photographed. I was walking on a boardwalk and decided to take a side trail, where I discovered the nest on a holly branch. It was exciting to watch these two grow and fledge. The mother hummingbird eventually had to tear the nest apart to encourage her young onto the branch.
Soo Baus SEATTLE, WA
Here in Montana, we live for these special moments after the long winters. I was so happy to capture a photo of a hummingbird, my favorite bird, with delphiniums, my favorite flowers.
Mark Lawson COLUMBIA FALLS, MT
PURPLE POWER
Yes, hummingbirds are attracted to the color red, but they will visit any flower with easily accessible nectar, such as these violet delphiniums.
I waited patiently for at least an hour on a hot and humid late-spring Georgia day for this female ruby-throated hummingbird to return to a butterfly bush in my front yard so I could take a photo.
Wes Kurzen ATLANTA, GA
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