Banding Day in the Queen City
Despite "abundant sunshine and warm air", the hummingbird swiftly flew into Susan's cage. In a moment, the out-of-range winter-time bird was safely deposited in a pouch and Audrey Mellichamp took custody while Susan prepared for the banding process. (Next)
Audrey Mellichamp gingerly holds her visiting winter hummingbird, safely tucked into a blue pouch. (Photo by Louise Barden.)