The Bird Collection

Black-bellied Hummingbird

Break Time

I spotted this Black-bellied Hummingbird as it dashed under a low bush, slipping briefly out of its usual blur of motion. Dropping to my knees, I watched as it perched quietly on a slender branch, its feathers tousled and shimmering with deep greens and bronzes. In this moment of pause, framed by soft tropical light and blurred leaves, the bird seemed almost reflective—its sharp eye alert, yet at ease. Break Time offers a rare glimpse into the quieter side of a creature known for speed and intensity—a moment of calm, both for the bird and for those who take the time to notice.