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State of torpor in N. Texas summer Estivation. "Hummingbirds, bats,ground squirrels, and a number of other creatures can enter a daily state of torpor or dormancy called estivation during the heat of the day, conserving water and food resources" Archilochus alexandri,Black chinned hummingbird Click/tap to enlarge

State of torpor in N. Texas summer

Estivation. "Hummingbirds, bats,ground squirrels, and a number of other creatures can enter a daily state of torpor or dormancy called estivation during the heat of the day, conserving water and food resources"

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The Black chinned hummingbird

The black-chinned hummingbird is a small hummingbird. It is an extremely adaptable bird, occupying a broad range of habitats. They are migratory and spend most of the winter in Mexico.

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Similar species: Swifts And Hummingbirds
Species identified by Slowbutsteady
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  • E-M1MarkII
  • f/3.5
  • 1/6400s
  • ISO2000
  • 200mm