Tammie Rogers
Inspired by Dogs & Nature
Tag: ruby-throated hummingbird
Love These Little Gems
The male Ruby-throated Hummingbirds left for their winter residence a couple of weeks ago. The females and the next generation remain, getting plump for their exceedingly long trip to Central America. I have nectar feeders hanging on my office patio which these little gems… Continue Reading “Love These Little Gems”
Hummingbirds!
This morning, there was quite a bit of Hummingbird activity at the feeders on my patio. If you turn up the volume, you’ll be able to hear the Purple Martins chortling in the background. You’ll see them soaring in the sky, too. You’ll also… Continue Reading “Hummingbirds!”
In Preparation of the Hummers!
Several days ago I hung a single hummingbird feeder in anticipation of the season’s arrival of Ruby-throated hummingbirds. One never exactly knows the exact date they will return from their winter grounds in Central America. It’s a long, arduous migration for these tiny birds,… Continue Reading “In Preparation of the Hummers!”
Migration Forthcoming
Where did summer go? Many species have already migrated south. On my recent trip around the farm, I found the silence deafening. The chortle of the Purple Martins, the constant trill-tweet of the Red-winged Blackbirds, and melodies of the Meadow Larks were absent. The… Continue Reading “Migration Forthcoming”
Hummer in the Milkweed
Yesterday, Robert counted 21 hummingbirds at our feeders! I suspect that the parents are bringing their fledglings to show them how to negotiate the “artificial flowers” before their exceedingly long (especially for such a tiny bird with a super fast metabolism) migration. When he… Continue Reading “Hummer in the Milkweed”
A Handful of Hummers
This morning I went out to the patio to feed my goldfish and fill the nectar feeders for the hummingbirds. There were so many birds that I had to take a quick video. I have several feeders. There are three 16 oz size, a… Continue Reading “A Handful of Hummers”
Hummer in the Shadows
Ruby-throated Hummingbirds were hanging out in the shade with me, yesterday afternoon. I actually saw a few birds panting from the heat. I have seen other birds pant (especially females in nest boxes that are incubating – poor gals.) But, I don’t think I’ve… Continue Reading “Hummer in the Shadows”
Levels of Ruby
Only the male Ruby-throated Hummingbird has the distinctive ruby throat. On occasion, I have been confused by a male that is holding back displaying his iridescent red feathers – thinking the bird was a female. Depending upon the light and the way the bird… Continue Reading “Levels of Ruby”
The Birds & The Bees
Earlier I posted a couple of photos of the Bumble Bees that have been taking advantage of the nectar we offer to the Hummingbirds. I was able to get some photos of Hummers feeding in the presence of the bees. They truly don’t seem… Continue Reading “The Birds & The Bees”
The Next Generation
Nature is amazing. An example is the Ruby-throated hummingbird. As referenced HERE, this tiny bird weighs just 3-4 grams. In comparison, a US nickel weighs about 5 grams. Twice a year they make an incredible journey – first to winter over in Central America… Continue Reading “The Next Generation”
