Colibrí on the Malecón

 These colorful painted hummingbirds were on display at the riverwalk in April-May. The colibrí (more colloquially called chupaflores - "flower-suckers") were painted by different Ecuadorian artists and are part of a traveling exhibit.

 Each hummingbird is different.  Some are painted in bright geometric patterns, others reflect particular landscapes or regions, still others make pointed political statements.  It was a pleasure to stroll along and note the creativity of the artists.

Unrelated to the hummingbirds: These aquatic hamster balls have graced one of the pools at the riverwalk for months.  They're very popular with the general public.  The idea is you pay money to get in and roll around on the water's surface.

I have yet to try it.

Photos by Cristina