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Post by ZandraJoi on May 18, 2021 9:33:25 GMT -5
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Post by ZandraJoi on May 18, 2021 9:35:46 GMT -5
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Post by ZandraJoi on Mar 7, 2022 22:19:09 GMT -5
www.birdsandblooms.com/birding/attracting-hummingbirds/how-do-hummingbirds-find-feeders "Move over, elephants! Hummingbirds have excellent memories. If you think the same hummingbirds come back to your feeders every year, you might be right! They even remember which flowers they’ve already sipped from. Banding research shows they are likely to return to the area where they hatched. For instance, we know ruby-throated hummingbirds follow the same migration routes every year. They also arrive at and leave from stopover points on almost the same date each year, within a few days. Birding experts Kenn and Kimberly Kaufman answer the question: How do hummingbirds find feeders?..." My notes: We have hummingbirds that come around every year. It's a nice thought to think they were the same ones as the previous year
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Post by lainee on Mar 8, 2022 13:41:19 GMT -5
I didn't know that they have such great memories! Interesting
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Post by Bob on Mar 10, 2022 18:35:04 GMT -5
We have hummingbirds here. Good info.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Mar 19, 2022 20:08:52 GMT -5
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Post by ZandraJoi on May 24, 2022 10:23:14 GMT -5
www.birdsandblooms.com/birding/attracting-hummingbirds/13-jaw-dropping-facts-about-hummingbirds "Small but speedy. Tiny but aggressive. Little bodies, big appetites. Hummingbirds are a study in extremes. They are the lightest North American birds. Most weigh less than two pennies at 3 to 4 grams. They have the fastest wings and heartbeats, the most efficient metabolisms, and the most minuscule eggs. The list could go on. Watching these tiny marvels at a feeder, it’s hard not to wonder how hummingbirds zip around so quickly or keep their feathers so brilliant. Hummingbirds are tough survivalists. Many of the actions that help them persevere also make them fun to watch. Here are fascinating hummingbird facts about the traits and behaviors you might witness...." My notes: For those who like learning & love hummingbirds, this is a great article
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Post by ZandraJoi on May 29, 2022 8:45:22 GMT -5
www.birdsandblooms.com/birding/attracting-hummingbirds/hummingbird-feet"Hummingbirds are incredible flyers — but what about hummingbird feet? We explore how hummingbirds use their feet and whether they can walk...." My notes: Interesting! I know some birds don't walk too well but too good flying & swimming. Can they walk? The answer is "No". “Hummingbird legs and feet are structurally similar to other songbirds but comparatively reduced in size,” he says. He explains that a hummingbird’s incredible flight skills enable it keep pace with a flower blowing in the wind — but from an evolutionary standpoint, that amazing ability came at a cost...."
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Post by lainee on May 30, 2022 13:05:15 GMT -5
Great article! Very interesting...I didn't know a lot of it
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Post by ZandraJoi on Jun 10, 2022 9:17:05 GMT -5
www.birdsandblooms.com/birding/attracting-hummingbirds/the-life-of-a-female-hummingbird "Though more subtly colored and less flamboyant in their actions than male hummers, the typical female hummingbird leads a more active and interesting life!..." My notes: I liked this as we have only Ruby-Throats here: "Unlike many songbirds, the female ruby-throat won’t select a mate and move in to share his territory. She establishes her own little home range and mates with one of the nearby males. And after the first date, her Prince Charming won’t pay any more attention to her. He’ll be off trying to court other females, leaving each new mate to start raising her young by herself."
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Post by lainee on Jun 10, 2022 16:43:53 GMT -5
Nice little story...although, didn't know that about the male...hmpth! LOL
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Post by ZandraJoi on Jun 17, 2022 10:25:42 GMT -5
www.birdsandblooms.com/birding/attracting-hummingbirds/hummingbird-birdhouse "Will a Hummingbird Use a Birdhouse? Unfortunately, the answer is no. Unlike many other common backyard birds, hummingbirds avoid using birdhouses. The size of the box, the shape, or the color doesn’t make a difference. Thus, “hummingbird birdhouse” products sold in stores or online are unlikely to work...." My notes: Now we know
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Post by lainee on Jun 19, 2022 17:14:02 GMT -5
Hmm, I didn't know that...interesting :-)
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Post by ZandraJoi on Sept 26, 2022 9:49:51 GMT -5
www.birdsandblooms.com/birding/attracting-hummingbirds/multiple-hummingbirds "Last winter, multiple Anna's hummingbirds, dozens upon dozens, decided a Washington woman's backyard was the ultimate place to be. Most bird enthusiasts are thrilled to see multiple hummingbirds in their backyard. Even just one brilliantly colored, fast-flying hummingbird sparks a smile. But last winter, Birds & Blooms reader Judy Cline experienced a phenomenon: Up to 100 Anna’s hummingbirds in her yard, all at once...." My notes: I think we've had maybe 5 max around here. What about you? Have you had several visiting?
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Post by lainee on Sept 27, 2022 19:34:58 GMT -5
Wow! 100 hummingbirds... I've never seen that many hummingbirds all at the same time, and same place...amazing!
I think it's cool to see one:-)
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