Written by Tom Brown and reprinted by permission of the Tucson Audubon Society
Another Southeast Arizona Birding Festival is in the books, and by all accounts, it was a smashing success! Knowing we would be hosting several field trips each day, we re-created parts of our amazing 4th of July parade float. Installing the seven-foot Violet-crowned Hummingbird in the front yard provided a great photo opportunity for visitors.
In addition to Violet-crowneds of both sizes, the bird lists that came from the Paton Center were excellent. Yellow-billed Cuckoos, seven species of hummingbirds, grosbeaks, buntings, and Mississippi Kites were but a few of the highlights!
On behalf of the employees, and volunteers here at the Paton Center for Hummingbirds, I would like to extend a huge “Thank You” to Luke Safford and all the amazing people who have worked tirelessly to put on this incredible festival!
Tom Brown, Site Manager – Paton Center for Hummingbirds