Anna’s Hummingbird — near Shartlesville, Berks County; November 21, 2010. Photos by Scott Weidensaul. This bird began visiting the feeder of Renee Gery in late October! It was caught and banded by Scott Weidensaul on November 21st, who verified that it was an adult female Anna’s. Here’s a profile of the bird in the hand and a photo of the bird in the homeowner’s hand moments before its release. This bird represents the 1st record for Pennsylvania!

Anna’s Hummingbird — near Shartlesville, Berks County; November 22, 2010. Photo by Geoff Malosh. This photo was taken the next morning at Renee Gery’s feeder.

Anna’s Hummingbird — near Shartlesville, Berks County; November 24, 2010. Photos by Howard Eskin.

Anna’s Hummingbird — near Shartlesville, Berks County; November 28, 2010. Photos by Dustin Welch.

Anna’s Hummingbird — near Shartlesville, Berks County; November 28, 2010. Photo by Jeff Loomis.

Anna’s Hummingbird — near Shartlesville, Berks County; November 29, 2010. Photos by Ed Norman.

Anna’s Hummingbird — near Shartlesville, Berks County; February 3, 2011. Photo by Howard Eskin. This is an additional photo of this over-wintering 1st state record that was discovered back in November of 2010.