14th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
A male ruby-throated hummingbird.
This ruby-throated hummingbird is turned away from direct sunlight so it's iridescent neck feathers appear to be jet black instead of bright red to create this striking pose.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 06.2014 |
| Date Uploaded: | 06.2016 |
| Photo Location: | Rose Township in Oakland County Michigan, Michigan, United States of America |
| Copyright: | © PHIL MARTEL |