For those interested in pics of the subject bird, they are at:

http://www.pbase.com/wcbirding/ruhu_20071230

Click on the images for a larger version.

Mark Hoffman


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From: Jane Kostenko <> 

> An adult female hummingbird was banded and identified as a Rufous 
> Hummingbird on January 1, 2008. The bird was discovered on December 28 
> by a casual birder and is making frequent daily trips to a private feeder 
> in northern St. Mary's County. 
> 
> Because of the residential nature of the property, the homeowners 
> understandably require that they be present for any viewings and will 
> make individual arrangements by email with birders to do so. 
> 
> Please respond OFF LIST to either  or 
>  and we will forward your request to the 
> homeowners. 
> 
> Jne Kostenko 
> California, MD 
>  
>