I have been enjoying my hummingbirds
I have one very small hummer who hangs out in the Ocotillo right behind my feeder. This one makes a clicking sound periodically. I usually enjoy a second cup of tea and read outside in the sun and enjoy the company of this little guy.
A few days ago, a larger hummingbird appeared. This one had a drink (with no complaint from the perching smaller one. But, after feeding, the larger hummingbird (might be a Rufous) flew straight up and executed 3 screaming (yah, I know the sound is made by the tail feathers – but it sounds like a high pitched whistle or scream) dewive bombs at the perching hummingbird before the to of them fly off in a chase. This pattern is repeated several times a day.
And yes, that does mean that I spend an inordinate amount of time just sitting in the sun.
Today, I have new visitors
Today, while enjoying the morning, I notice a bunch (half a dozen or so) of little chipmunks or ground squirrels, or something like that , all chasing and scurrying about in the wash just next to my campsite. I moved, heard a warning cry from several of them and they disappeared into small burrows. Took about 10 minutes before they were brave enough to come back out. Now wary, I only got one picture today (but I’ll be watching again this afternoon).
For the first time today, I also noticed a hawk flying over – coincidence? I think not. Clearly, the little rodents have more to fear than just me.
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| This is a little guy, but the bigger ones have stripes down their backs. |
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