This is the tufted coquette, my new favorite bird. I figured I’d post two shots — one in flight and one perched because this tiny hummingbird seems to take on somewhat of a different appearance while doing different things. The tufted coquette is one of the smallest birds in the world at only two and a half inches. It is often mistaken for a large bee as it moves quickly from flower to flower. I took these two shots at the Asa Wright Nature Center in the northern mountains of Trinidad. Top Shot — Nikon D810 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 400mm) ISO 800, f/11 at 1/250th of a second, two Nikon SB900 flash units set manually to 1/16th power
Botton Shot — Nikon D810 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 400mm) ISO 1600, f/4 at 1/250th of a second
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This is the tufted coquette, my new favorite bird. I figured I’d post two shots — one in flight and one perched because this tiny hummingbird seems to take on somewhat of a different appearance while doing different things. The tufted coquette is one of the smallest birds in the world at only two and a half inches. It is often mistaken for a large bee as it moves quickly from flower to flower. I took these two shots at the Asa Wright Nature Center in the northern mountains of Trinidad.
I like his hair.
The tufted coquette – also known as the Joey Coppertop.
What a delightful little bird. All that colour and some green dots thrown in for good measure!
Yes, quite a bit of flair thrown into those 2.5 inches.
Such a beautiful creature. They move so fast, it is amazing that you were able to get such clarity in these photos.
Flying persimmon —- Crown puffed or clinging tight —- Joyous on the wing .
Absolutely stunning images. Beautiful bird!!
Love these pics. I too, would like to be a tufted coquette.
Beautiful—Beautiful!!!
great pic. ) is pic. a male or female bird, ) maybe you can replay so we all can learn some thing new thanks.
Gorgeous…might be my new favorite bird as well !! Are they found in other areas around the world or just Trinidad?