The Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds Are Migrating

Ruby-throated hummingbirds are moving though our county in great numbers. I have more than I can count visiting my feeders and flowers...although the numbers do vary  daily.  They move in...stay a while to refuel and move on...but not without giving us a fun show! 

We should continue to have them move though Bartow County until a few days into October. To help them fatten up for their long journey to Central and South America...I up the sugar from 1/4 to 1/3 per cup of water at this time. It isn't to late to put up a feeder and they are on sale at many of our local stores.

My video was taken a week ago. They are still swarming like bees. I also have included photos taken yesterday of a hummer sharing a feeder with wasp! Plus...I got a picture of three sharing a feeder. This sharing the feeder only happens during the fall migration. 

Interesting Fact: Hummingbirds only use their feet for perching. They do not walk. 

Hope y'all are enjoying the hummers as much as I am!!!

Happy Birding!

Jean is a host on Birds & Blooms Magazine’s Community Forums and is the lone, bird crazy author of the blog The Joy of Bird Watching and Living a Simple Life.

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