Patagonia - August 31, 2023

 This small village has several birding hotspots, but my favorite is the Paton Center for Hummingbirds.  Like some other sanctuaries, this one started as a family residence whose owners loved birds and set up lots of feeders for their enjoyment and that of others.  When the owners passed away, the property went to the Tucson Audubon Society, which now operates it on a donation only basis.  In addition to hummingbirds, the lovely garden attracts other birds and butterflies.

Sunflower & Friend

Violet-crowned Hummingbird

Broad-billed Hummingbird (M)

Yellow-breasted Chat

Yellow-breasted Chat (J)

Lazuli Bunting (F)

Violet-crowned Hummingbird

Broad-billed Hummingbird (M)

Anna's Hummingbird (F)

Anna's Hummingbird (F)

Black-chinned Hummingbird (M)

Broad-billed Hummingbird (M)

Broad-billed Hummingbird (M)

Anna's Hummingbird (F)

White-breasted Nuthatch

Yellow-breasted Chat

Barn Swallow


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