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Hummingbird

Hummingbird

A hummingbird sitting still is a rare sight, as these tiny birds are usually in constant motion, flapping their wings up to 80 times per second. A hummingbird a...
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A hummingbird sitting still is a rare sight, as these tiny birds are usually in constant motion, flapping their wings up to 80 times per second. A hummingbird at rest may look like a jewel, with its iridescent feathers reflecting the light.
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COOLPIX P900

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Focal Length 3570/10

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Altoona, Pennsylvania, US

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Aug, 2023

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What a moment

A hummingbird’s eyes are large and alert, and it can see ultraviolet light that humans cannot. A hummingbird sitting still may be conserving energy,

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