FreeLists / tn-bird / [TN-Bird] Re: Hummingbird nestling update:they're huge!

[Dthomp2669@xxxxxxx]

In a message dated 8/18/2006 6:53:18 P.M. Central Standard Time,  
livingglass@xxxxxxx writes:
The  yellow jackets have taken over the feeders!  Does anyone have any  
suggestions on trying to keep the yellow jackets at bay so that the hummers  
can 
feed?


I use the spray you use to keep stuff from sticking to the baking or frying  
pans (PAM).  I just spray a little around the feeder holes.  I have  been told 
this does not hurt the hummers, but it plays havoc with the insects  when 
they get it on their wings and feet, so they stay OFF the hummingbird  feeders. 
 
Have I been told wrong, anybody?  Ruby Throat, should we not  do this, or is 
it still considered OK?  I haven't seen any hummingbirds  appear to "suffer" 
any ill effects from it, and, last time I herd, it was  acceptable practice..
 
Dee Thompson
Nashville, TN


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