Our only year around resident hummingbird is the Anna's Hummingbird (Calypte anna). The male, although small, has a beautiful bright pink iridescent forehead and throat. They buzz around the Arboretum feeding on flower nectar and are often seen and heard carrying out their mating ritual. The male slowly flies high up into the air, gives a sharp high "pik" note, and then dives down with incredible speed only to repeat the cycle again. You ought to feel lucky if you are a Davis resident that has witnessed this amazing display of hummingbird love.
In front of King Hall July 2007
