At 7pm this evening (Tuesday) I observed about 10 hummingbirds in my front
yard in one viewing. That means I have more than 10 , but at a one time
[snapshot], I noted 10, mostly chasing and fighting and sneaking quick
drinks of sugar water when possible. I increased the number of feeders to
seven, to keep the population as high as possible. Over the weekend, I did
not have quite as many hummers, but the yard was still busy with noisy
hummingbirds. Last year, mid-August was my population peak with greater
numbers than what I currently have.
Happy birding to all. Craig
(south part of) Reston, Northern VA, Fairfax County
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Craig Zalk
