The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is one of the most beloved birds found on the East Coast of the United States.  His feathers are iridescent green and his wings beat so quickly they make a loud buzz sound.  A strategically placed red-flowering plant will all but guarantee you a visit from this bird.  The bird and flowers were carved from tupelo wood.  The stem and leaves of the flower were made from brass and copper metal shaped, and soldered together.  This hummingbird is held in a private collection.