Migration Update: May 25, 2011 |
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As hummingbirds reach their northern limits, celebration is in the air. North America's smallest backyards birds have now arrived across Canada. This week, explore why hummingbirds stop traveling where they do. What factors limit their northward expansion? This summer, plan to plant sweet treats to feed the hummingbird family that calls your backyard home. Today's Report Includes:
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Image courtesy of Jack Moskovita |
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Highlights, Maps, and Questions | ||||||||||
So Glad They're Back! "What a joy to have them back and be entertained by them," said a woman in Port Allegany, Pennsylvania. An enthusiastic Ontario observer reported his first hummingbird two minutes after it arrived, he was so eager to share the news. An appreciative Alberta observer says, "Thanks to the person who recommended the red silk flowers!" (She credits the fake flowers for attracting her first-ever hummers to her backyard.) Still wondering in Wyoming what species they saw, the Hosier family was certainly in awe: "We couldn't get a positive ID, but it must have been some hardy mountain species! Temperature was about 42 degrees F." Rufous Caught Passing Through Migration Almost Complete!
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Image courtesy of Jack Moskovita
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Explore: Nectaring on Nature | ||||||||||
Create a nectar-filled landscape for your hummers! You can make a hummingbird way-station where hummers can find nectar without searching for a fresh sugar-water feeder. Look around your school yard and your landscapes at home to locate areas where you can build a garden for the birds. Find out what you can plant: |
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Annual Evaluation: Please Share Your Thoughts | ||||||||||
Will you
take a few minutes to complete our Annual Evaluation? With your help,
we can document Journey North's reach, impact and value. We need
comments like yours to keep the program going and growing.
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The FINAL Hummingbird Migration Update Will Be Posted on June 10, 2011.
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