I've had my hummingbird feeders out for about a month, with no takers. Then this Ruby-throated Hummingbird showed up. He sits on the fence near the feeder for longer than I have ever seen a hummingbird sit still. I'm pretty sure he is guarding his treasure. I watched him a long time, but didn't see any others. And then yesterday I saw two. Sadly, this guy chased the other one off before I could get a pic.
He flew up and landed on one of the wagon wheels attached to the deck while I was reading. He was about 6 feet away. I was afraid to reach for my camera, so I watched him as he watched me. He finally flew away and then came back to hover about 3 feet from me. I guess he was checking out the food lady. I think he was thanking me for supplying homemade nectar instead of that store bought red stuff.
He doesn't like Gus, our dog, to get close though. He was happy to show his displeasure by displaying his red feathers.
Another Scissor-tailed Flycatcher. Every time I see one, I can't resist stopping to try for a better picture. They are beautiful birds.
The Great Egrets are plentiful these days. I see them almost every time I go out for a back road ramble.
At this pond there were two.
Yesterday it was near 80 degrees. Today 40s and rain. Guess I will be staying inside most of today.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Linking to Wild Bird Wednesday
