The canna lily offered a nectar stop and a photo opt for this female Ruby Throat.
Both female (above) and male (below) perch in our crape myrtle where the feeders are located.
Honey bees are annoying to the hummers while they feed, so after researching methods for deterring bees, Pappy discovered a method that does no harm to the bees, and is acceptable to the birds. Swabbing the yellow portion of the feeder with an olive oil saturated cotton swab is the solution to our bee problem. It has to be repeated after rain or every couple of days. The coating should be done lightly so that the birds do not get it on their feathers while feeding.
The canna lily offered a nectar stop and a photo opt for this female Ruby Throat.
Both female (above) and male (below) perch in our crape myrtle where the feeders are located.
Honey bees are annoying to the hummers while they feed, so after researching methods for deterring bees, Pappy discovered a method that does no harm to the bees, and is acceptable to the birds. Swabbing the yellow portion of the feeder with an olive oil saturated cotton swab is the solution to our bee problem. It has to be repeated after rain or every couple of days. The coating should be done lightly so that the birds do not get it on their feathers while feeding.
Hummingbird activity at our feeders has been terrific this season. They are really busy now with the rain and cooler days, and migration approaching. We have had a multitude of Ruby Throats at the feeders vieing for the best perch and the most nectar. Watching their antics is entertaining and amusing. How many can you count in this photograph?
