This little Allen's hummingbird (female), with a bit of pollen on her nose, was taking a break on the apricot tree in my back yard. Allen's hummingbirds used to be restricted in range between Santa Barbara northwards through Southern Oregon. However, some of these lovely and very feisty hummingbirds have since colonized Los Angeles County, Orange County, and San Diego County, likely due to the presence of hummingbird feeders and human floral plantings, providing ample food for both the Allen's and Anna's hummingbirds in the area. I used to only see the Allen's Hummingbirds as they migrated through the area during the Spring and Fall; however, several of these lovely birds have settled into the neighborhood and provide many moments of joyful viewing.
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