Our hummingbirds have flown the coop so to speak in Idaho and I'm wondering if you're noticing more of them as they migrate South. It seemed like
they were really fluorishing this year up North and I already miss them as they have fattened up nicely and now left us for the winter. I already
miss seeing them and hearing their distinctive little sound as they flutter around the flowers.dtbushpilot - 9-18-2008 at 07:20 AM
Can somebody tell me the Spanish word for hummingbird? Thanks...dtKeri - 9-18-2008 at 07:45 AM
my translator says colibri, kDENNIS - 9-18-2008 at 07:56 AM
They're called CHUPAROSA in this area.BajaGringo - 9-18-2008 at 08:25 AM
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They're called CHUPAROSA in this area.
While the "dictionary" name is colibri, Dennis is correct that most people around here call them chuparosa or chupamiel...DENNIS - 9-18-2008 at 08:34 AM
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While the "dictionary" name is colibri, Dennis is correct that most people around here call them chuparosa or chupamiel...
CHUPAROSA meaning, of course, Rose Sucker.vandenberg - 9-18-2008 at 08:40 AM
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CHUPAROSA meaning, of course, Rose Sucker.
Dennis, Dennis !!!!
DENNIS - 9-18-2008 at 08:57 AM
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Dennis, Dennis !!!!
Oh Gawd...Am I wrong? I thought it made sense.Subastador - 9-18-2008 at 09:21 AM
Not wrong, Dennis.. and of course, chupamiel is "Honeysucker"
From the verb chupar, (to suck). Common usage has a lot of other connotations.DENNIS - 9-18-2008 at 09:30 AM
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Not wrong, Dennis.. and of course, chupamiel is "Honeysucker"
From the verb chupar, (to suck). Common usage has a lot of other connotations.
Thanks for the verification. I was pretty sure anyway, just didn't want to mock my buddy, Ed.
Won't go into the various connotations. I'm already on thin ice here.fdt - 9-18-2008 at 09:57 AM
Chuparosas, chupamiltos, colibries, hermitaņos. They have many names and it's probably because there are so many varieties. http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/TrochilidaeDENNIS - 9-18-2008 at 10:01 AM
Grazie tanto, Ferna.DENNIS - 9-18-2008 at 10:02 AM
Man...This page is really responsive. Just a few mentions of hummingbirds and feeders are for sale at the top of the page.fdt - 9-18-2008 at 10:04 AM
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Grazie tanto, Ferna.
piacere mio!Johannes - 9-18-2008 at 10:12 AM
graybaby
what species of hummingbirds do you normally have in Idaho? And do you know where they migrate to?
Thanksdocsmom - 9-18-2008 at 11:13 AM
I hope some migrate through Tucson, AZ.
Last year we were in Vegas and I think our natives wound up in the care of Susan in Mulege.
So far in Tucson we just have the regulars but we'll be looking for any of your migrants and will take care of them if they stop in!
One stopped here for a drink and bath
elgatoloco - 9-18-2008 at 11:21 AM
Our backyard has been buzzing with hummingbirds lately
greybaby - 9-19-2008 at 09:43 PM
Unfortunately, I have no idea the species of hummingbirds we have here in Southwest Idaho. I just know that they were everywhere it seemed throughout
the summer, entertaining us with their diving at one another, drinking of the flowers and just fluttering around as only these little creatures can.
And, just like that, they're all gone. I really tried to pay attention this year to when they left. I would say two weeks ago they were still
aplenty. And now, not a one.
We will be in the Ensenada area in the next couple of weeks maybe a few of our "buddies" will be there ahead of us.
P.S. elgatoloco - where did you get that incredible bird feeder/watering setup? It is perfect for these little guys.
Though this thread is about hummingbirds, I'm wonderiing has witnessed the Monarchs migrating South in the past. We were in Baja one year when they
were headed down and it was an incredible experience. We knew of grade school classes in Boise that set them free after they hatched but had never
been on the receiving end when they arrived South. Such a sight and an incredible way to experience the wonder of nature.
new camera
mulege marv - 9-21-2008 at 05:15 AM
just got a new camera so had to try it out, also using a different photo editer. i think this one might be a bit large
