STORY

In the quiet, dusky light of the rainforest, a White-necked Jacobin Hummingbird—also known as the Collared Hummingbird—glides toward a striking red plant, its wings beating so fast they are a blur. Its iridescent blue-green feathers shimmer against the dark backdrop, glowing like a jewel suspended in midair. The hummingbird hovers gracefully, its white-collared neck adding a touch of brilliance to its form as it prepares to feed from the plant’s rich blossoms.

The bold red structure of the plant contrasts with the deep greens of the jungle, setting the stage for this captivating dance between bird and flower. In the stillness of the moment, the Jacobin’s precise movements are a testament to its agility and the intricacy of nature. As it flits between the flowers, the scene is both serene and full of life, capturing the mystery and beauty of the rainforest after sunset.

This photograph invites the viewer into the nocturnal world of the rainforest, where the play of colour, shadow, and movement tells a story of survival and elegance. The White-necked Jacobin is at its most radiant here, glowing against the deepening twilight.