Calypte Collection

Calypte anna, Annas hummingbird

Annas hummingbird, Calypte anna (Duchess of Rivolis hummingbird, Trochilus anna). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Ornithology

Annas Hummingbird, Calypte anna, female in flight feeding on Thistle, Paradise, Chiricahua Mountains, Arizona, USA, August

Annas hummingbird (Calypte anna) male dancing in flight and displaying his bright pink throat feathers to a female, Montana, USA. June

Anna's hummingbird (Calypte anna), male flying. Sierra de San Pedro Martir National Park, Baja California Peninsula, Mexico. November

Costa's hummingbird (Calypte costae) male, portrait, showing purple iridescence of head and neck feathers, Coachella Valley, California, USA

Annas hummingbird, Calypte anna, juvenile
Annas hummingbird, Calypte anna (Ornismya anna), juvenile. Handcolored steel engraving by Coutant after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre from Rene Primevere Lessons Natural History of

Anna's Hummingbird. Adult Male. Arizona in March. USA
JZ-3852 Anna's Hummingbird. Adult Male. Arizona in March. USA Calypte anna Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Costa's Hummingbird. Anza Borrego Desert in January, California, USA
JZ-3713 Costa's Hummingbird. Anza Borrego Desert in January, California, USA Calypte costae Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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The Calypte genus, commonly known as Anna's Hummingbird (Calypte anna), is a stunning species of hummingbirds found in various regions. One captivating image showcases a female Anna's Hummingbird gracefully flying while feeding on Thistle in Paradise. The vibrant colors of her feathers and the delicate motion of her wings create a mesmerizing sight. In another photograph, we witness the male Anna's Hummingbird soaring through Sierra de San Pedro Martir National Park in Baja California Peninsula, Mexico. This majestic creature displays its elegance against the backdrop of November skies. Moving to Coachella Valley, California, we encounter the enchanting Costa's Hummingbird (Calypte costae). A portrait captures the iridescent purple hues that adorn its head and neck feathers. Its beauty is truly unparalleled. An energetic male Anna's Hummingbird steals our attention as it dances mid-flight with astonishing agility. The intricate movements are captured perfectly, showcasing their remarkable aerial abilities. As nature continues to unfold its wonders, we observe a juvenile Anna's Hummingbird exploring its surroundings with curiosity and innocence. This stage marks an important transition for these tiny creatures as they grow into their distinctive adult plumage. Another snapshot takes us back to Coachella Valley where a Costa's Hummingbird prepares for takeoff by spreading its wings wide open before embarking on another flight adventure. Their determination and resilience are evident even in such small beings. A young male Costa's Hummingbird delights us further as it hovers effortlessly while feeding on nectar from a beautiful flower in Tucson. Witnessing this harmonious interaction between bird and plant reminds us of nature’s interconnectedness. The journey concludes with an image capturing an adult male Anna’s Hummingbird during March in Arizona, USA. Its vibrant colors stand out against the desert landscape—a testament to both strength and grace coexisting seamlessly within this magnificent species.