. . While looking closely at the impressive array of feathers on this rufous hummingbird stretching near Bend, Oregon, it's hard to believe that this fierce competitor who can migrate almost 8000 miles round trip each year weighs only 1/8th of an ounce (.12 ounces; 3.2-3.4 grams). Sure makes me feel like an underachiever.

AFTERNOON SNACK--- Warm summer days bring birds like this female rufous hummingbird near Bend, Oregon to feast on the plants and flowers. They are so beautiful to watch that I thought they should be enjoyed all year long. Hope you enjoy the photo! #your_best_birds #allmightybirds #birdfreaks #anythingfeathered #feather_perfection #igbirdfreaks #ig_birdwatchers #birdextreme #nuts_about_birds #kings_birds #bb_of_ig #bestbirdshots #ig_discover_birdslife #eye_spy_birds #bird_brilliance #igbirds #birdsofinstagram #audubonsociety #majestic_wildlife_ #naturesbestphotomagazine #pocket_birds #backyardbend #thebestofbend #jj_oregon #sourceweekly #cascadejournal #WeAreBend #inCentralOregon #centraloregon_igers

A juvenile Cooper's Hawk stops hunting near Bend, Oregon to make one of its most appealing poses for the camera. 8.4.19. ISO 1600, f/6.3, 1/400sec.