No Parents. No Flock. No Map!

Imagine making your first trip to Central America completely alone!

Ruby-throated Hummingbirds migrate individually—not in flocks.

Even youngsters hatched this summer begin their first southbound journey without a parent to guide them.

During September and October, some of the hummingbirds visiting Upstate feeders may be travelers arriving from farther north.

Keep your feeders clean and filled with fresh nectar through October so these tiny adventurers can refuel along the way!