[obol] Hybrid hummingbird in Hines in early May

[Larry McQueen]

Plumage, proportions, and overlapping ranges would indicate Black-chinned X
Rufous, the most likely and predictable parentage.  There is little that
suggests Broad-tailed or any other combo.  

Larry McQueen


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From: obol-bounces at oregonbirdwatch.org
[mailto:obol-bounces at oregonbirdwatch.org] On Behalf Of Rich Hoyer
Sent: Saturday, June 07, 2008 11:32 AM
To: OBOL
Subject: [obol] Hybrid hummingbird in Hines in early May

Hi All,

Six photos of a hybrid hummingbird that visit the feeders of Patty and 
Wayne Bowers of Hines, Harney County in early May can be found at the 
following link.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/26570603@N07/sets/72157605481928948/

The first three photos are by Rick Vetter, the others by the Bowers. 
One parent was obviously Black-chinned Hummingbird, and the rufous in 
the outer tail feathers indicate that the other was a Selasphorus 
species. I did not see the bird, so Patty might be able to answer any 
questions you have. Comments on the ID welcome.

Good Birding,

Rich
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Richard C. Hoyer
Tucson, AZ

Senior Leader, WINGS
http://www.wingsbirds.com
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