April 16, 2022: Ruby-Throated Hummingbird
Male & Female Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds
I’ve been checking the rare bird alerts for our area, and it’s time to get your feeders out! Many PA counties are reporting hummers. I looked back over the spotlights and found that in 2021, they arrived the second week of April.
An easy mix of 1 cup of sugar to 4 cups of water will do. Make sure you boil the water, then add the sugar, as boiling helps keep the mixture from spoiling. There is no need to use food coloring or store-bought feeder food.
I haven’t heard of any being seen here at the Mill, so if you see one, please report it to hersheysmillnature@gmail.com.
On another note, I’ve had a few reports from residents of Great Blue Herons being seen, both wading in one of our ponds and fly overs. Please let us know if you see any.
Thanks and Happy Birding!