Hummingbirds August 2024

Photos taken in Granville, VT. I found a large patch of Jewel Weed along a dirt road in the National Forest Area. All the immature birds there seemed to be out and chasing each other around until tired and then feeding on the Jewel Weed to get their energy back. Then right back to chasing again.. Seemed to be around 6-8 birds total partaking in the aerial battles. The one adult male I saw didn't seem to be playful, he was feeding a little, but I didn't see him participate in the flight games. This is only species of hummingbird that is common in Vermont. The Ruby-throated Hummingbird. Very entertaining! I spent a few hours there watching and photographing them.