Monday, March 22, 2010

When Bronze Beats Gold

In nature, if you sit still and patiently for long enough, something beautiful will come to you.

The bronze sunbird is quick and agile.
The male - bold and showy

The female-svelte, elegant and understated

Always in pairs, the male and female perform an elegant aerial ballet. In perfect sync they dart and hover, seeking sweet nectar from flowers and resting only fleetingly. They call often to each other, keeping the lines of communication open.

The male's iridescent plumage is bold and pleasing, an ode to the Creator's palette. The female's discreet colours allow the eye to absorb form and subtle detail.