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Broadbill Hummingbird with Pollen Cap

by Greg Scott

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The yellow on this bird's head is pollen from the snapdragons where he has been foraging for insects. His head is sticky with nectar. It is a strong visual illustration of the role of a hummingbird as pollinator in its ecological niche.

Camera:	Canon EOS D60
Lens:	Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM
Submitted:	Saturday, 24th September, 2011 10:00 (GMT)
Taken:	Wednesday, 9th April, 2003
Focal length:	100 mm
Shutter speed:	1/200 sec
Aperture:	F16
ISO:	100
Notes:	2 Canon flashes, about 15 degrees on each side. Lowest power setting (1/128th power.) This gives the shortest possible flash, minimizing motion blur.
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Galleries:	View this photo in Greg Scott's gallery

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