Re: Lotsa hummers

"Lanny Chambers" <lanny@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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> Theresa <tbernhardsen@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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>> What is the lifespan of a hummer?
>
> Average lifespan is about 3 years for males and 4 years for females. The
> oldest known Ruby-throated was 9 years old when last recaptured.



  I sure would like to grab a hummer or two in the backyard and band it. 
I 
know that's
a big no-no tho.  I will not do that.  Sure would be fun tho.  It must be 
amazing to band a hummer and then find it the next year or two.  Amazing.