First Hummer LI NY, why did he leave? (1 Viewer)

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Joym624

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• May 5, 2008

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On Saturday morning, I was thrilled to see our first hummer of the season. He sipped happily throughout the day and returned early Sunday morning, doing the same. By Sunday afternoon, we hadn't seen him again. This afternoon, I still search for him. Do they continue to migrate sometimes after stopping at one spot? A picture is attached? Any info would be much appreciated as we miss our little guy.

Many thanks!
Joy

 

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KC Foggin

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• May 5, 2008

• #2

Hi Joy

This time of year he might have been a migrator and on his way down towards my end but all is not lost cause my wintering hummer left for parts unknown further North

 

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costaricafinca

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• May 6, 2008

• #3

What goes around , comes around...

He or she was on the way to greener pastures further north, so hopefully some more will stop by to 'fill up' on their journey. I can't tell by your photo, but if it was a Ruby throat the return here to Costa Rica in October. Since we have many other species year round, it is not 'quite so bad' waiting for them to return. They will stay here until late March.

 

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Joym624

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• May 8, 2008

• #4

Thanks

Thanks for both of your replies. Yes, it was a Ruby Throated. Is it a myth that hummingbirds send "scouts" out to find the food first?

Joy

 

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costaricafinca

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• May 10, 2008

• #5

I can't offer any info or help, as we are at the end of the journey!

 

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Joym624

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• May 19, 2008

• #6

A Female Arrives

A female arrived today and has been using both of our feeders. We are thrilled! Hopefully this one will stay.

Joy