Chuparosa blossoms
Image copyright by Mark A. Chappell



Chuparosa is a common plant in desert washes in the American southwest. Its tubular red flowers are very popular with hummingbirds. These were growing in Anza-Borrego State Park, east of San Diego.

  • Nikon F100, Sigma 180 f3.5 macro lens, Ektachrome 100VS (2001)