Humingbird nest and eggs
Mar 26, 2014 16:16:47 #
I found this in a small Camellia tree near my front door. A hummingbird flitted away when I walked outside and I figured there might be a nest. Sure enough.....!!!
This was hard to photograph. Had to hold my heavy lens and camera in one had and try to focus as I was using my other hand to pull the branch down so I could see into the nest. I was very, very careful not to disturb the nest or let the eggs fall out.
This was hard to photograph. Had to hold my heavy lens and camera in one had and try to focus as I was using my other hand to pull the branch down so I could see into the nest. I was very, very careful not to disturb the nest or let the eggs fall out.
Mar 26, 2014 16:20:42 #
Mar 26, 2014 16:22:10 #
Wendy2 wrote:
I found this in a small Camellia tree near my front door. A hummingbird flitted away when I walked outside and I figured there might be a nest. Sure enough.....!!!
This was hard to photograph. Had to hold my heavy lens and camera in one had and try to focus as I was using my other hand to pull the branch down so I could see into the nest. I was very, very careful not to disturb the nest or let the eggs fall out.
This was hard to photograph. Had to hold my heavy lens and camera in one had and try to focus as I was using my other hand to pull the branch down so I could see into the nest. I was very, very careful not to disturb the nest or let the eggs fall out.
:-) :thumbup:
Mar 26, 2014 16:22:50 #
cannoneer35 wrote:
Love those Hummers! Nice shot Wendy2.
Thanks a lot! I am really excited about this opportunity to watch this nest and see itty bitty babies soon!
Mar 26, 2014 16:25:38 #
Mar 26, 2014 16:27:07 #
Mar 26, 2014 16:29:20 #
ebrunner wrote:
Nice shot. Don't think I've seen a Hummingbird nest before. Cool.
Thanks! I saw just one other many years ago from my two story window.
I can't wait to see the babies. Here is a link I found with info about hummingbirds and their eggs and nest. http://howtoenjoyhummingbirds.com/hummingbird_nests.htm
Mar 26, 2014 16:29:23 #
Nice composition, Wendy.
Patricia
Patricia
Wendy2 wrote:
I found this in a small Camellia tree near my front door. A hummingbird flitted away when I walked outside and I figured there might be a nest. Sure enough.....!!!
This was hard to photograph. Had to hold my heavy lens and camera in one had and try to focus as I was using my other hand to pull the branch down so I could see into the nest. I was very, very careful not to disturb the nest or let the eggs fall out.
This was hard to photograph. Had to hold my heavy lens and camera in one had and try to focus as I was using my other hand to pull the branch down so I could see into the nest. I was very, very careful not to disturb the nest or let the eggs fall out.
Mar 26, 2014 16:29:41 #
How large (small) is the nest? Looking forward to seeing more as the family grows up.
Mar 26, 2014 16:31:49 #
srfotog wrote:
Nice composition, Wendy.
Patricia
Patricia
Why thanks! As I said, it was like juggling to get this shot. Hopefully the next shots will be sharper. I think I will use a ladder instead of a step stool next time so I can get above the nest. I don't want to disturb the momma too much though.
As I get more photos of the progression I will post them here ;)
Mar 26, 2014 16:32:36 #
Wendy2 wrote:
I found this in a small Camellia tree near my front door. A hummingbird flitted away when I walked outside and I figured there might be a nest. Sure enough.....!!!
This was hard to photograph. Had to hold my heavy lens and camera in one had and try to focus as I was using my other hand to pull the branch down so I could see into the nest. I was very, very careful not to disturb the nest or let the eggs fall out.
This was hard to photograph. Had to hold my heavy lens and camera in one had and try to focus as I was using my other hand to pull the branch down so I could see into the nest. I was very, very careful not to disturb the nest or let the eggs fall out.
Wonderful photo of hidden treasure. It looks like the nest is lined with spider web silk.
Mar 26, 2014 16:33:31 #
Heirloom Tomato wrote:
How large (small) is the nest? Looking forward to seeing more as the family grows up.
It is only about 1 1/2 inches wide and just a little deeper.
Mar 26, 2014 16:35:02 #
wings42 wrote:
Wonderful photo of hidden treasure. It looks like the nest is lined with spider web silk.
Thanks! That is a great observation! I included a link above that I found today that tells you more. The momma bird uses spiderwebs as well as other soft, fluffy material.
Mar 26, 2014 16:42:29 #
Wendy2 wrote:
It is only about 1 1/2 inches wide and just a little deeper.
Wow! My daughter and I will follow this with much interest! We have four feeders, with Anna's and Rufous hummingbirds, but we have never found a nest.
Mar 26, 2014 16:50:56 #
Heirloom Tomato wrote:
Wow! My daughter and I will follow this with much interest! We have four feeders, with Anna's and Rufous hummingbirds, but we have never found a nest.
You might also find this interesting. A fellow UHH member posted this link a while back. It is a live cam of eagles and their chick. I have been watching it for weeks.
http://www.georgiawildlife.com/BerryEagleCam
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