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Human Hummingbird Feeder?
This is too cool!
A lady in LA actually trained these hummingbirds to eat from her hand. The tiny flying jewels have very brave hearts and will do this when they’re familiar with, and comfortable around their human hosts.
These photos are not altered in any way, this woman lives in a hummingbird fly zone. As the birds migrated, a large group of 15-20 of them were in her yard. She used the red dish from the hummingbird feeder, filled it with sugar water and this was the amazing result.
Her name is Abagail Alfano of Pine, Louisiana – she has been studying her hummingbirds daily. One morning she decided to see if her hummers would feed from her hands. As the hummers had gotten used to her standing by the feeder, they came over to drink from the dish. She says they are as light as a feather. Abagail also said, if she had known her husband was taking pictures she would have put on makeup.
Thanks Mr. and Mrs. Alfano for the wonderful photos!
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Eco-Friendly Hummingbird Feeders
Recycled Glass Hummingbird Feeders
Blown glass, in the most vibrant of hues is hand crafted by artisans into some of the greatest hummingbird feeders around. The leader in blown glass hummingbird feeders, the company Parasol uses recycled soda bottles for their feeders.
With quality to ensure many years of use and enjoyment, these feeders make wonderful gifts to be used again and again. The newer basin style feeders allow for larger nectar capacity and more hummingbirds to feed at once.
While traditional tube style hummingbird feeders have seen vast improvements to deter dripping and leaky spouts, they are still wildly popular with the tiny flying jewels, also known as hummingbirds. Whichever style feeder, basin or tube, the most important thing is to keep nectar fresh at all times, changing it every few days in warmer weather. It’s really quite simple to make your own nectar too, no red dye needed!
Check out this easy recipe and other hummingbird tips:
Simply use one cup ordinary white cane sugar to four cups water. It’s not necessary to boil the water, but using one cup boiled will dissolve sugar quickly. Add three cups cold water, and nectar is ready for feeders. Store unused sugar water in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. In extreme heat, be sure to change feeders often. Never use honey or syrup as it will ferment and cause hummers harm. Do not use artificial sweeteners. -
Create Your Own Mosaic Bird Bath
Bird Baths are a wonderful way to view birds in your backyard. A fresh water source will attract more species of birds than bird feeders or birdhouses alone. Water also helps create critical pockets of wildlife-friendly habitat where urban sprawl has taken over the natural landscape.
You can make your own bird bath rather quickly and inexpensively should you be feeling a little “crafty”. This great article from Birds and Blooms Magazine explains clearly and simply how to make a mosaic bird bath. With all materials listed, it gives concise, step-by-step directions for creating your own masterpiece. And not artwork to just lay around the house, but something to be used and enjoyed over the years by many feathered friends!
Just copy and paste this link in your browser’s address bar:
http://www.birdsandblooms.com/Backyard-Projects/Small-Garden-Projects/Mosaic-Birdbath