ANNA'S HUMMINGBIRD

(Calypte anna)

MALE ANNA IN FLIGHT ON CHRISTMAS DAY

MALE ANNA SIPPING NECTAR ON CHRISTMAS DAY

FEMALE ANNA READY TO FEED

" The Hummingbird symbolizes transformation.
She guides the young children through
the Nierika, the doorway to the other world.
She brings them to all of the places
of power and knowledge." 
Myth of the Huichol Indians of Mexico.