I think I could almost do without a calendar these days…at least for tracking the seasons. The birds will tell you most of what you need to know…because they know…when it’s time to leave. Species by species, we watch them depart for parts unknown but most surely they will be warm in the winter. For … Read more
It takes a lot of energy to defend your flower patch or feeder from intruders…be they other hummingbirds, bees, or butterflies. This guy has always been up for the challenge. This image is kind of special to me…it was just a pose I’ve wanted to catch for a long time. Hummers go into this little … Read more
A day late and a dollar short as usual. Saturday was National Hummingbird Day. I know, they have a day for everything now…but this one was timely as we watched an array of little birds buzzing around the backyard. They are almost in constant motion now. The resident bossy male is working constantly to protect … Read more
Summer time is a busy time for me due to our various seasonal businesses. This means I’m on the phone or computer a lot more helping customers…but I still take time out for a lunch break. And usually I’m not alone. Sometimes I’ll go out back and snap a few shots off of my most … Read more
I consider myself lucky to have a hummingbird as a supervisor. He sits outside the office window on a commanding branch of a shrub and peers in from time to time to make sure I’m working. Sometimes he’s nice enough to let me stare back. He might not pay well in dollars and cents, but … Read more