The first hummingbird of the year

We heard a quiet buzz above our deck yesterday, looked up and saw a Rufous hummingbird hovering near our feeder. It was our first one of the year and one of the most welcome migratory birds that return to our backyard each year.

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This entry was posted on May 3, 2021 by Christopher Martin. It was filed under Birds, Nature, Wildlife and was tagged with alberta, backyard, BIF, bird in flight, bragg creek, Canada, Hummingbirds, Rufous hummingbird, wildlife photography.

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   Jane's Heartsong

   Hummingbirds are so special, and a small return to “normal”, which I am cherishing as we go into lockdown.

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   May 5, 2021 at 7:53 am
   

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   David A Sullivan

   Those are very nice photos! Well done!

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   May 4, 2021 at 6:38 am
   

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   Miriam

   How very special!

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   May 4, 2021 at 12:07 am
   

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   Judi Martin

   Gorgeous!!!

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   May 3, 2021 at 8:48 pm
   

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