Here at my Middle Georgia home, during the past few days the number of hummingbirds visiting our four feeders has dramatically decreased.  As late as last week, my wife was making 20 cups of nectar a day in an effort to meet the birds’ demand for food. Today for the first time in weeks, only two feeders needed to be refilled.  I suspect that the rubythroats are rapidly disappearing in your backyards too.

       With that in mind, I would like to know when you first noticed a noticeable drop in the hummers visiting your feeders. In addition, it would be great if you report the date, the last hummer is seen in your yard.    I have been studying hummingbirds for more than 30 years and still have much to learn about these fascinating birds.  Your information would be helpful in delineating the fall migration of the ruby-throated hummingbird in Georgia. 

       If you do respond to this request, please include the name of the county where you live.