Like A Youthful Blush

Ruby-throated Hummingbirds live in open woodlands, forest edges, meadows, grasslands, and in parks, gardens, and backyards. They fly straight and fast but can stop instantly, hover, and adjust their position up, down, or backward with exquisite control. They often visit hummingbird feeders and tube-shaped flowers and defend these food sources against others. The Ruby-throated hummingbird actually takes its name from the males, which are the ones that have a dark gorget when it is not illuminated, and a striking ruby color under the light, as can be clearly seen in this scene. Another curious fact about males is that they tend to be a little smaller than females, although neither of both normally exceeds 5 grams in weight or 4 inches in length (10 centimeters). Based on a reference photograph by Cindy Clouser.

Medium

Oil on paper

Dimensions

H 24 × W 32 cm (H 9.4 × W 12.6 in) · unframed

Type

Original: one of a kind

Framing

Unframed

Signature

Signed front and back

Every original ships with a certificate of authenticity signed by the artist.

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