Friday, April 8, 2011

Didja Seeit?


Female Ruby-throated Hummingbird
(Photo from 2010)


It was only there for a split second, but Rama caught a glimpse of the first hummingbird of the season.

She squealed so loudly we thought Dad had pinched her.


What kind of hummers do you see in your area?

You might enjoy watching these big birdies and their babies.
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The Raptor Resource Project brings you the Decorah Eagles from atop their tree at the fish hatchery in Decorah, Iowa.



The live video feed is streamed online 24/7. At night an infrared light provides night vision to viewers through the cam. Infrared light is not visible to eagles, they do not see it or know it is there.



Happy Viewing and Happy Weekend!


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20 comments:

  1. My Mind's EyeApril 8, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Morning Buddy, Sassy and Zack,
    Happy Hummingbird Friday,
    I hope your mom didn't do the hummingbird shuffle while she was squealing....Mom did and it was NOT a pretty sight.
    Hugs madi

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  2. AnonymousApril 8, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    I've watched a bit of the Decorah Eagles too. I grew up in Iowa a half century ago. LOL.. nice to meet you.

    Di

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  3. RemingtonApril 8, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Can't wait til the hummers make it up to MN! Usually the middle of May. Have a fun weekend!

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  4. TexWisGirlApril 8, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    we saw our first hummer zip thru about 2 weeks ago, so i hung feeders, but haven't seen any since.

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  5. 3 doxiesApril 8, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    Oh dang, we hasn't seen any hummingbirds yet. Them boogers is fast!

    We is so happy dat you was ables to locate your former student...we were ecstatic!

    Puddles

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  6. Minnie and MackApril 8, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    No hummers in our yard yet, but we expect them soon. They move so fast, we haven't ever been able to ID them, much less smell them!

    I was outside yesterday with Hu-mom right before dinner when it was warm and there were some carpenter bees buzzing around. Yikes, I tried to catch them with my mouth, but they are just too quick.


    Drools and licks,
    Minnie and Mack

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  7. Golden Woofs! SUGARApril 8, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Woof! Woof! I hear n see lots of birds ... a sure sign of Spring but its been chilly. Happy Friday n Weekend! Lots of Golden Woofs, Sugar

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  8. Anna the GSDApril 8, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    Mom says every year she's going to get a hummingbird feeder! We will make her this year! We've seen them around so we know they're there.

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  9. Rocky Creek Scotties and Rocky Creek RamblingsApril 8, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    We haven't seen it yet, but we're watchin' for it!!

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  10. Frankie Furter and ErnieApril 8, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    I just LOVE humming birds... My mom puts up 3 or 4 feeders every year.

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  11. SukaApril 8, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    We love hummingbirds, and your photo is lovely! Good job catching one!

    We see lots of cardinals, blue jays, and hawks flying around, plus lots of other little birdies. Don't you just love waking up to the sounds of chirping? :->

    Thank you for posting the live feed of the eagles. They are so beautiful, and it is so cool to watch them.

    Suka

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  12. UnknownApril 8, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    Not sure what kind we have, but I sure love them! Happy weekend to you also!

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  13. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥April 8, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Great photo catch for Rama - we don't see any hummers here, but we have lots and lots of fat robins:)

    We have been watching those eagles too - we saw the three of them being fed tonight. So cool to watch.

    Woos ~ Phantom, Thunder, and Ciara

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  14. UnknownApril 8, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    Wow! That is one pretty hummingbird!!
    Do your parents put out bird feed for them?

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  15. animal lover, quilt loverApril 8, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Kit please try Oil of Oregano brand name Nature's Answer. You can get it on line at the Vitamin Shop or if there is one around your travels or at a health foods store. It will take care of that pollen for you . You will
    feel it after the first 4 drops, really!!
    Ruby throat-ed Hummers are what we get too and we have had ours for a week.
    Hugs Girlfriend

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  16. Gail WilsonApril 8, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Hi Gang, we are waiting to see our first Hummingbird at our house since we moved here just last June. We brought our feeders with us and will get them out soon since we have been having such beautiful weather lately! Thanks for the lovely photo too!
    Hugs and wags, Mistaya, babydogsister Maggie and M.O.M. Gail

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  17. DebApril 8, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    Such a great capture of the Hummer ~ we do get them in our garden, but I've never managed to take a pic as they are so fast :-)
    Hope you, Buddy, Sassy & Zack have a great weekend ♥ Deb & Ernie

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  18. SusanApril 9, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    Incredible photography! No hummers yet. Mamma is not sure she wants to attract them with the cats from next door. Love the live feed of eagles!

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  19. How Sam Sees ItApril 9, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Mom volunteered a couple of weeks ago at Tonto National Monument and managed to spend her day in the riparian area - she saw quite a few hummingbrds!

    Sam

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  20. KathyApril 9, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    YAY for hummers returning to GA!!

    I love the Bald Eagle cam, she is so active! She looks right at the camera a lot!

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I love your comments! Thank you, ~K