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2/02/03
Allen's Hummingbird
Harville residence  Elmwood, TN

I arrived at the Harville residence in Elmwood, TN at about 8:00 this morning. 
I had only been there a few minutes when the Allen's Hummer appeared at the 
feeder for a few seconds and was off again. I got good looks at the bird 
perched in the line of trees just to the left of the house (as you are facing 
the house), and also perched on the TV antennae. After 30-40 minutes the bird 
did come back to the feeder, for a minute or so. It was a lousy day for 
photography, between practically no light and a howling wind. I did get some 
semi-decent shots of the bird, if anyone is interested. These don't show the 
tail so aren't ID'able to species, but this colorful little guy is worth 
looking at anyway. 

After the bird left the feeder this  2nd time, Jan Shaw and Phillip Casteel 
arrived. It took close to an hour for the bird to finally show up back in the 
trees so we could get another look. Then, it finally came back to the feeder 
for a brief fuel-up. I was there a little over 3 hours, and saw the bird use 
the feeder 3 times. It may take a little patience to get the bird at the 
feeder, but keeping a sharp eye on the surrounding areas might yield the bird 
before it hits the feeder.

I would like to thank both Chris Sloan and Portia Macmillan for banding and 
getting the word out about this bird, and also for clearing our presence with 
the hosts. I talked to Mrs. Harville for awhile, she is an exceedingly nice 
host who is obviously proud of her little jewel. She is going to have a hopping 
place for a little while, she told me there is a group from Atlanta that is 
supposed to be their this afternoon.

400 miles well spent on my part!

Good birding!!!!

Mike Todd
McKenzie, TN
Carroll Co.
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