A small portion of the crew of Ruby-throated Hummingbirds (Archilochus colubris) that are a constant source of entertainment during the summer months. Zooming ’round and ’round chasing each other. Playing “King of the Hill” as one decides that it will become the sole consumer of hummingbird syrup – chasing any tiny bird that dares come near the feeders.
They keep me busy, filling 2 – 32 ounce feeders and a large one that contains 72 ounces, every couple days.
Pure pleasure to have them around.
2 responses to “Ruby-throated Entertainment”
They are feeder territorial, did this really happen?
I only have a few. Noticed a red throated one the other day. Do you do a 4 to 1 ratio with sugar and water?