Ruby Throated Hummingbird

My confused pear tree doesn’t know whether to drop its leaves or grow more pears. The hummingbirds are certainly enjoying the flowers. I have always viewed hummingbirds as delicate, free spirits. After watching them for a bit, it is clear that they are quite assertive, if not aggressive. They promptly chase away any other birds, no matter the size, that wish to land nearby. I imagine their swift movements and little pointy beaks are a fearsome combination when headed in your direction.

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I. J.’s Birds of the Week Invitation LXXIX