Hi Jill, what a lovely post. We have sunbirds here which are related to hummingbirds. I also love them and have just done a series of hummingbird illustrations for a children’s book.
Hi Jill - it's Barb from Book Club Mom! I love hummingbirds and always look forward to seeing your videos. It's endless entertainment! I didn't know they worked their wings in figure 8s. Hope you are doing well and staying cool - super hot up here today!
Such interesting facts! 60 mph? Figure 8s and all directions. I had no idea. Thank you for enlightening us, Jill. I see them outside my window often. They are a lovely sight. :)
I enjoy learning more about hummingbirds:Their wings move in a figure-8 motion that allows them to fly in all different directions. They can even fly upside down and backward! Facts I did not know.
Thanks for making your blog a cheery spot in the chaos, Jill!
Such beautiful photos, Jill! I’m happy that since we got our garden and patio put in, we’ve been seeing a lot more hummingbirds 🙂 I get particularly excited when they feed off the plants as well as the feeders. Makes me feel we’re doing something right 🙂
We love our hummers! They give us many hours of enjoyment in exchange for a little bit of sugar water. A win-win for both of us! Although sweet critters, they can be vicious fighters as well when it comes to defending what they think of as their source of food. Just recently one decided that our cascading lilac of his and when not feeding he would sit on it or near by making sure all critters, from other hummers to the hummingbird moth and butterflies, stayed away. You want to sit them down and let them know there's more than enough for all. :)
Hummingbirds deserve a special day. They are drawn to one particular flowering tree in our backyard and visit often. We also have a lot of hummingbird moths. ❤️ Happy Hummingbird Day!
I'll have to be especially nice to my hummers tomorrow (Saturday). The way they dive bomb and zoom around my deck I'm not surprised they can fly up to 60 MPH! I feel fortunate that they visit me all year round. They are special creatures. Cheers, Roslyn.
Hi Jill, what a lovely post. We have sunbirds here which are related to hummingbirds. I also love them and have just done a series of hummingbird illustrations for a children’s book.
Interesting hummingbird facts. Whenever I see one, I think of you! Hope your long weekend is a good one.
Hi Jill - it's Barb from Book Club Mom! I love hummingbirds and always look forward to seeing your videos. It's endless entertainment! I didn't know they worked their wings in figure 8s. Hope you are doing well and staying cool - super hot up here today!
Never seen a hummingbird in person, only on TV that said I do like birds
Such interesting facts! 60 mph? Figure 8s and all directions. I had no idea. Thank you for enlightening us, Jill. I see them outside my window often. They are a lovely sight. :)
I've also heard that they expend so much energy with their non-stop wings, they really must eat most of the day. Interesting birds. Thanks, Jill!
Happy Hummingbird Day, Jill.
I enjoy learning more about hummingbirds:Their wings move in a figure-8 motion that allows them to fly in all different directions. They can even fly upside down and backward! Facts I did not know.
Thanks for making your blog a cheery spot in the chaos, Jill!
Such beautiful photos, Jill! I’m happy that since we got our garden and patio put in, we’ve been seeing a lot more hummingbirds 🙂 I get particularly excited when they feed off the plants as well as the feeders. Makes me feel we’re doing something right 🙂
Congratulations to burns5055! Interesting info about hummingbirds, Jill. I didn't know they could fly so fast!
We love our hummers! They give us many hours of enjoyment in exchange for a little bit of sugar water. A win-win for both of us! Although sweet critters, they can be vicious fighters as well when it comes to defending what they think of as their source of food. Just recently one decided that our cascading lilac of his and when not feeding he would sit on it or near by making sure all critters, from other hummers to the hummingbird moth and butterflies, stayed away. You want to sit them down and let them know there's more than enough for all. :)
Hummingbirds deserve a special day. They are drawn to one particular flowering tree in our backyard and visit often. We also have a lot of hummingbird moths. ❤️ Happy Hummingbird Day!
Happy National Hummingbird Day, Jill!
A lovely post, Jill
They are amazing creatures!
I'll have to be especially nice to my hummers tomorrow (Saturday). The way they dive bomb and zoom around my deck I'm not surprised they can fly up to 60 MPH! I feel fortunate that they visit me all year round. They are special creatures. Cheers, Roslyn.