Feeding time
Yesterday, when I heard the squeaking and chattering as a second "Hummer" arrived at the climber vines; I was sure a mini dog-fight was going to occur. Much to my surprise, the new arrival buzzed from flower to flower collecting nectar, while the one on the perch fluttered its wings and chattered incessantly. I was still expecting a face-off and was thoroughly amazed when the one that had been foraging came over and began feeding the perched "squeaker" . Evidently these antics are the hummingbird's version of the "feed me flutter". The activity continued for several minutes before the adult finally departed, and the youngster, who was obviously quite capable of feeding herself began checking the blossoms .
Feeding time
Yesterday, when I heard the squeaking and chattering as a second "Hummer" arrived at the climber vines; I was sure a mini dog-fight was going to occur. Much to my surprise, the new arrival buzzed from flower to flower collecting nectar, while the one on the perch fluttered its wings and chattered incessantly. I was still expecting a face-off and was thoroughly amazed when the one that had been foraging came over and began feeding the perched "squeaker" . Evidently these antics are the hummingbird's version of the "feed me flutter". The activity continued for several minutes before the adult finally departed, and the youngster, who was obviously quite capable of feeding herself began checking the blossoms .