Bellingham, Washington 03/22/10 (48.73, -122.50)
First FEMALE rufous of this spring was at one of my feeders this afternoon. I was able to get a few photos, even though the afternoon was very dark. It looks like she may be sticking around because she is sampling the nectar from different feeders.
(Later that day)The female has been sticking around for the last couple of hours -- and a few minutes ago a male showed up.


Photo: J. Doerper