Spring Migrating Rufous in Valrico - 2012

[Steve Backes]

I noticed a female Rufous visiting one of my feeders today. I don't believe I've ever had a Rufous in my yard in April. I have not seen any female Rufous this season so I assume she's migrating north(west) from somewhere south of here. All wintering Rufous in the past have left by mid-March. Could not tell if she wore a band.

Steve

[Joe M]

Steve,
FYI, the Male Rufous I had last winter stayed until the 5th of Apr.
I agree that the western hummers normally depart by mid Mar.
Maybe she only plans to head for the northwest rather than trekking to Alaska.
Joe M.