Hummingbird (Ruby-throated)

Hummingbirds are the tiniest birds on the planet. They're the only birds that can fly backward as well as forward. When hovering, hummers can beat their wings from 22 to 72 times per second.

A female is pictured in the photo, and lacks the deep ruby-throat of the male which gives the species its name.

Primarily feeds on nectar from flowers and sugar water feeders. Also they will consume a variety of small insects and spiders. The Ruby-throated Hummingbird does not show a strong preference for any particular color of feeder. Instead, it prefers specific feeder locations.

Photographed in the wild in Gravenhurst, ON