This morning, I had the pleasure of watching a Ruby-throated hummingbird rest for a bit on my bird feeder. Usually, the hummers visiting my yard are in constant motion as they skillfully flit from blossom to blossom seeking nectar or small insects. I am often unaware of these tiny birds’ presence until one zips past me and the soft hum of blurred wings (beating about 50 times per second) captures my attention.

Each spring, I await the arrival of these bright green beauties and enjoy their delightful activity all summer long. To my disappointment, the recent cooler temperatures and decreasing daylight hours are tell-tale signs that their fall migration season has begun. I find it astonishing that these tiny birds – the average male weighs 0.1 ounce – will each embark on a solo migration fl

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