Michigan's Hummingbird guy Alain Chartier

Michigan's Hummingbird guy Alain Chartier - Do you like watching hummingbirds as they feed at your plants and feeders? If so, they are starting to arrive! Listen Saturday at 9AM as Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen discuss in detail the flight of the hummingbirds back to Michigan from their winter destinations. Our expert is Alain Chartier who bands hummingbirds from a variety of locations with amazing technology you will hear all about. He is known as Michigan's Hummingbird guy! He will tell you what to do and what not to do when attracting hummingbirds. Most of the conversation is about the ruby throated, which are the large majority in Michigan. This may lead people to believe the hummer at their feeder is the same bird whereas you may have several. Some even think it is the same bird who is returning from last year. You'll hear why Alain suspects otherwise. Learn about how they fly here, what predators exist for them and how to prepare and maintain your feeders to keep the hummingbirds healthy. If you want a new arrival to choose your yard upon their return, you will want to listen on the radio,