October Hummingbird - 14 Oct 2026
I've not seen my 3 Ruby-throated Hummingbirds since we got back from Mackinac Island last week. I assumed that they had moved on. But, as is my custom, I still change the nectar every few days and will do so until everything freezes in December. This morning I cleaned the feeders and put out fresh sugar water. So I was delighted this afternoon when I spotted a hummingbird through the window coming to the feeder on the deck. I quickly grabbed the camera and headed outside to see if I could get pics since eBird has Ruby-throated Hummingbird listed as Rare this time of year. The Yellowjackets continue to come to the feeders but haven't been a horrible nuisance. I like these feeders (Lowes) because the ports are soft rubber and narrow so the insects can't get inside to drown. But, they can get themselves wedged in if they try to hard to get to the sugar water. At this moment I was fascinated by the wasps squabbling over the available port(s). I then spotted the hummingbird co...
