Lanny Chambers wrote:
> In article <g516l1$cse$1@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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> The poster formerly known as 'The Poster Formerly Known as Nina DiBoy'
> <me3@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
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>> The hummers we catch go into a shock like
>> state where they do not move when being handled sometimes.
>
> Sometimes they go limp, sometimes they struggle mightily. They're OK as
> long as their eyelids aren't drooping. After handling, it's a good idea
> to hold them up to a hummingbird feeder before release, offering (but
> not forcing) an energy boost. Never, never use a photographer's grip on
> a hummingbird! If there's a licensed hummer bander in your area,
> consider asking him/her to instruct your banding team in how to handle
> them safely. And get a copy of the hummingbird banding manual, just for
> the info on stress and handling.
Thanks for the suggestion. Will do.
>
>> We do not band them because we do not have bands small enough.
>
> Not to mention, hummingbird banding requires a separate authorization on
> one's permit, like raptor banding, to ensure appropriate training.
> Without the hummer endorsement, the BBL won't provide the materials for
> hummingbird bands (which must be hand made by each bander in the correct
> size for each species/***).
I kinda figured as much. We do do raptors and owls though. :)
>
> Banding is a very satisfying way for a citizen to contribute to
> scientific knowledge, isn't it?
>
It's absolutely fantastic, not to mention fun!
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