It’s hard to believe, but June is nearly here, and with spring turning to summer, Ruby-throated Hummingbirds have reached the northern extent of their range.

While not everyone has seen their first hummingbird of the season, we can mostly put a bow on one of the most exciting, intriguing migrations, which sees millions of tiny birds that weigh as little as marshmallows travel from Mexico and Central America to the northern United States and southern Canada.

As spring progresses, birds are progressing north. Here in Wisconsin, I’ve enjoyed the woodcock’s courtship displays, the influx of native sparrows, my first warbler of the year, and a couple of brown thrashers, among my favorite spring singers.

In short order, that list may include my first hummingbird, if recent sightings are any indication.