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Wintering hummingbird update (1 Viewer)

Our wintering Rufous is on a new voyage

HelenB said:
Today I've had several hummers at my feeders.
1. Female Black-chinned that has been around for about 3 weeks.
2. Male Rufous looking very dapper in his bright plumage.
3. Male Ruby-throat battling with #2 for the feeders. He's been here about 2 weeks.
4. Female Rufous, but don't think it's one of mine. Guess they're on the move now.

Hi Helen,

It sounds as if you are having fun with all those Hummers.

Our wintering Rufous was last seen on the morning of the 24th;so, we wish her a safe journey. Keep an eye out for her Helen. Regards,bob
 
We wish her a safe journey, and we thank you, Bob, for making this winter a bit brighter with your reports on this little bird.


GR
 
GR - is that a Great Pyrenees ? I had several as a child and then we found one on trip to MD and had Casey for 8+years. LOVE the breed - there are several in this area now actually being used to guard sheep! Such gentle giants! Bet they like birds too - to keep this in the "theme"....
Bob - feel really sad that she's gone - hope she returns next winter - I haven't seen my yellow throat for a month - they were both "bright spots in my winter" too!
 
amasara said:
GR - is that a Great Pyrenees ? I had several as a child and then we found one on trip to MD and had Casey for 8+years. LOVE the breed - there are several in this area now actually being used to guard sheep! Such gentle giants! Bet they like birds too - to keep this in the "theme"....
Bob - feel really sad that she's gone - hope she returns next winter - I haven't seen my yellow throat for a month - they were both "bright spots in my winter" too!
If you're asking about my avatar pic, that's my Golden Retriever "Trouble". I've had the pleasure of his company for 10 1/2 years now. Doesn't chase the squirrels, doesn't chase the birds, keeps the cats (and the neighbors) away from the fence lines... what more can I ask for? <g>

GR
 
Bob, hadn't realized the little girl had left. :( Sorry to see her go, but what a wonderful winter you and she had!

Thanks so much for sharing her with us. Maybe she'll come back next winter.
 
Beverlybaynes said:
Bob, hadn't realized the little girl had left. :( Sorry to see her go, but what a wonderful winter you and she had!

Thanks so much for sharing her with us. Maybe she'll come back next winter.

Thanks Beverly, I hope so too. Cheers,bob
 
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