Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Ruby, a tiny hummingbird, enchanted visitors with her vibrant energy. She spent her days darting between brightly colored flowers in her aviary, pausing just long enough for photographers to capture her beauty. The zoo created a special program allowing visitors to feed Ruby and her fellow hummingbirds using small nectar dispensers. The experience was so popular that Ruby became the face of the zoo’s conservation campaign for pollinators. Her delicate movements and dazzling plumage remind visitors of the critical role these tiny creatures play in our ecosystem.