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Old 23-11-2006, 01:48 PM posted to alt.binaries.backyard.critters,alt.binaries.birds,alt.binaries.photos.original,alt.binaries.pictures.gardens
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Default kk 112206 Anna's female
On Thu, 23 Nov 2006 03:06:17 -0800, "www.kevinkienlein.com"
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how do you know it is a female hummingbird, they don't stay still long
enough to look under the kilt!!! ) kk

Typically female hummers are olive to light green, not very colourful
compared to the males. The male Anna sports a bright reddish magenta
head. Checking the colour is easier than lifting up their skirtsg.

Ron
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