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I’ve tried to take pictures of the hummingbirds at my feeders, but they never come close to capturing the alluring beauty of these birds. Typically, the photos turn out dark and distant—a predictable result considering I’m trying to take the photos through a window, aiming at a feeder that’s at least 5 feet away. This summer, though, I’m going to try again, this time armed with a better camera and tips from talented amateur photographer, Mark Bettis. He’s featured on page 30-31 of our June/July issue and he offers his Top Tips for Hummingbird Photos in this edition of Birds & Blooms Plus. Also in Plus, learn Why Birds Sing from George Harrison and discover amazing Southwest Hummingbirds.
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13 Great Blooms Bring more hummingbirds to your yard with these favorites. Get growing |
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Tips for Photographing Hummingbirds Mark Bettis shares his best secrets for photographing hummingbirds. See his photos |
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Great Bird Feeder Plan This 9-year-old has a few tricks up his sleeve when it comes to birding. Learn more |
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Grow an Animal Garden Bring animals into your backyard with zoo-themed plant list from a clever reader. Hear the roar |
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Birds and Cats Are cats really harmful to birds? Birding expert, George Harrison, tackles this controversial topic. |
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Beat the Heat What are some of the best drought-tolerant blooms to grow in your yard? We’ll show you how to beat the heat with flowers. |
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Good Bugs Is this insect one you want in your garden? We’ll tell you the difference between good and bad bugs. |
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Water Conservation Melinda Myers knows how to make a little water go a long way. Learn her best secrets for water conservation. |
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