A Southern Hummingbird
Yes, I know that’s not the correct name for this hummingbird.
It’s a Ruby Throated Hummingbird, but I call it a Southern Hummingbird for a couple of reasons. The first and most obvious reason is because, well hey! We’re in the south!
The second reason is because this particular hummingbird is enjoying a sip of nectar from an Alabama Crimson Tide Honeysuckle blossom. Even if you’re not a BAMA football fan, I think you can appreciate that this is a lovely colored honeysuckle. I think it looks especially pretty in the golden evening sunlight.
So when it comes to honeysuckle, I say:
