Spring Birds

Anna's Hummingbird standing guard near the nectar.

Anna’s Hummingbird standing guard near the nectar.

After fighting all day, I think this male Anna's was taking a power nap. I thought maybe I caught him blinking but his eyes were shut during a sequence of 15 images.

After fighting all day, I think this male Anna’s was taking a power nap. I thought maybe I caught him blinking but his eyes were shut during a sequence of 15 images.

Stellar's Jay. Reminds me of a Blue Jay on steroids.

Stellar’s Jay. Reminds me of a Blue Jay on steroids.

Northern Flicker foraging on forrest floor.  This must have been a juvenile, he was must smaller compared to the adult.

Northern Flicker foraging on forrest floor. This must have been a juvenile, he was must smaller compared to the adult.

Red-breasted Sapsucker

Red-breasted Sapsucker

Spring is arriving soon here in Washington. No snow this year, buds sprouting.