Lanny Chambers' "First" Hummingbird Records

Of all the hummingbird sightings each spring, perhaps the most deserving of mention is that of Lanny Chambers! Lanny collects almost 1,000 reports of first hummingbirds from across the continent and shares them with Journey North. He lives in Fenton, Missouri (38.5009N, -90.4611 W). Thanks, Lanny!

Here are Lanny's historic records since 1994:

  • 2002: 4/17
  • 2001: 4/19
  • 2000: 4/16
  • 1999: 4/19
  • 1998: 4/16
  • 1997: 4/19
  • 1996: 4/20
  • 1995: 4/20
  • 1994: 4/22


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