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READER PHOTOS! Time to leave the nest, kiddies...

comments (8) June 14th, 2011 in blogs

Michelle Gervais, Associate Editor

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Remember when I posted Pam Wittenberg's photos of the hummingbird nest she'd found and some shots of the babies, begging for food from their mother? Click here to refresh your memory. That was just a couple of weeks ago, and now Pam's sent us photos of the almost-adults, just about to bust out of the nest! Looks like these teenagers are reluctant to give up Mom's home cooking and move out on their own. Thanks, Pam, for keeping us posted on these cuties!

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Comments (8)

mlhronnie writes: What a fantastic series of pics...the nest is beautiful...thanks for sharing! Posted: 11:36 pm on June 15th

Blewbury writes: Beautiful. Thank you. Posted: 11:30 am on June 14th

gaylrose writes: That's precious
Posted: 10:08 am on June 14th

TanyaE writes: Love it! Had hummers visit for many years but only ever found one nest! I agree, Lepfan... a work of art! Posted: 7:05 am on June 14th

ncgardener writes: Nice shot. I have Cardinals nesting in my New Dawn rose. It is priceless. Posted: 6:28 am on June 14th

stanhorst writes: That is really amazing. What an incredible find! Posted: 5:55 am on June 14th

Deanneart writes: As cute as it gets! love it
Posted: 5:24 am on June 14th

lepfan writes: That cup is definitely overflowing. Pam, I hope you save the branch with the nest on it. It's a work of art. Posted: 5:11 am on June 14th

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Welcome to the Fine Gardening GARDEN PHOTO OF THE DAY blog!

Every weekday we post a new photo of a great garden, a spectacular plant, a stunning plant combination, or any number of other subjects. Think of it as your morning jolt of green.

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