hypnotic display

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Although I have read about it, I have never witnessed a male ruby-throated hummingbird's display flight to impress a female hummer, that is until the other day.

With the female perched below, the male flew in a back-and-forth, rocking "U" flight just above her head. Very rhythmic, to the point of being almost hypnotic. I do not know if it impressed her—perhaps it did and she was playing hard to get—but it certainly began to work its magic on me.

But you know me. I'm so impressible.

- Photo by Joe Schneid

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