Now we know, because it happened to us, and knowing is half the battle... or is it the truth that is half the battle? Anyway, remember this guy from earlier this summer? :
Well, we found him trapped in our garage just as we were heading out to our softball game this evening.
Did you know that hummingbirds are attracted to the red emergency handles that hang from your garage door for an emergency situation? They are the culprit- apparently they look like one of their favorite flowers, the Trumpet Creeper. Once they are trapped, having no concept of a ceiling, they immediately fly up and keep bumping into the ceiling.
See the similarities? :
So, we left for our game --- leaving all of the doors open and hoping that he would fly out while we were gone. But, when we got home he was still trapped. I consulted "google" for the situation, and got some answers. We were able to turn off all of the lights, and using a flashlight to get him to land nearby...we covered him with a towel and carried him outside. All the while he was squeaking like a lost puppy. You can all breathe easy, he flew away - happily into the evening air.
They say if you have this problem you should paint your emergency handles black, or roll them up!
15 years ago
3 comments:
I love hummingbirds. We had two fly around our deck the other night. It looked like they were playing. :) So, are you going to paint the handle black?
Ah poor thing:( I am so glad you guys took the time to help him out.
rumor has it, that a humming bird...is a friend from the past.....I know that is not true, but the idea is really cool....
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