Backyard and Beyond: Taking in some of autumn’s views
Bob Sheetz photographed a hummingbird looking over its shoulder as it started a takeoff, hinting at the long journey ahead.
At this time of year, most of our ruby-throated hummingbirds are on their way to winter homes as far south as Panama. Males depart as early as mid-August, while females and juveniles leave in September.
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