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Orange Billed Anna's hummingbird?

Posted: Aug 23 3:17 pm
by GenuineNard
Found a hummingbird hanging around a friend's feeeder. Seems like it should be an Anna's hummingbird, but the orange bill doesn't fit the description. Nor any other hummingbird types in the area. Anyone know what it might be?

https://www.instagram.com/p/BYJO8nYAUoC/

In Langford BC.

Low quality photo - phone through binoculars through window screen

Re: Orange Billed Anna's hummingbird?

Posted: Sep 16 5:58 pm
by LoganLalonde
Besides the bill, this bird looks perfect for pure Anna's Hummingbird, including plumage and body structure. I believe this picture is a case of harsh lighting from below shining at the bill, or nectar/pollen layering on the outside of the bill, therefore "changing" the colour, or a combination of both. :D

Re: Orange Billed Anna's hummingbird?

Posted: Sep 19 5:36 am
by revs
Thanks Logan, good to see you here!