[TN-Bird] Hummingbird

I have had a hummingbird for over 3 weeks now and it doesn't seem intent on 
leaving anytime soon.  At first I thought it was a very late ruby throated 
passing through, but then I had heard somewhere that hummers seen this late are 
usually not ruby throated.  It is definitely one of those confusing 
female/immature situations.no real defining field marks.it looks like an 
immature male ruby throated, but then it also seems to have faint rufous on its 
flanks.  I haven't been able to get a good look at its tail feathers which 
would help immensely.  This is my first time having a hummer hang around this 
late in the fall .what a treat!  If anyone is interested in seeing or banding 
it, let me know.I would love to get a positive ID.

Julie Santee
Sweetwater, TN

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