Photo Journal: Violet Crowned Wood-Nymph Taking A Shower
The raindrops were falling steadily when we spotted a flash of emerald green darting through the misty Costa Rican cloud forest. The Violet-Crowned Wood Nymph is pure poetry in motion, with his iridescent green body catching every droplet of light and her distinctive violet crown gleaming like a jewel against the grey sky.
Violet Crowned Wood-Nymph Taking a Shower. Photo © copyright by Vincent Mistretta.
This tiny hummingbird, barely 4 inches long, proves that size means nothing when it comes to commanding attention. Hovering effortlessly in the rain, wings beating 80 times per second, completely unbothered by the weather. Their needle-like bill is perfectly designed for reaching deep into heliconia flowers, making him both a stunning subject and a vital pollinator.
What's your favorite rainy day wildlife encounter? Drop a comment below and tag a friend who needs more bird magic in their feed! 🌧️✨
Follow for more Costa Rican wildlife adventures and photography tips!This tiny hummingbird, barely 4 inches long, proves that size means nothing when it comes to commanding attention. Hovering effortlessly in the rain, wings beating 80 times per second, completely unbothered by the weather. Their needle-like bill is perfectly designed for reaching deep into heliconia flowers, making him both a stunning subject and a vital pollinator.
What's your favorite rainy day wildlife encounter? Drop a comment below and tag a friend who needs more bird magic in their feed! 🌧️✨
Follow for more Costa Rican wildlife adventures and photography tips!